Coming from Weinheim in Birkenau, turn left at the castle park and then right up the hill. You have a wonderful starting point for a circular tour of the Odenwald. After a short distance, you can take a first short break in this beautiful place.

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April 6, 2025

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Fantastic views into the distance! This is a really beautiful place to stop for a break or small picnic during a longer tour.

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3. Weinheim Old Town – Weinheim Market Square loop from Heppenheim (Bergstraße)

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Elevation 190 m

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Friday 13 March

11°C

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87 %

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Location: Birkenau, Kreis Bergstraße, Karlsruhe District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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