Leaf Tunnel and Hollow Way – Frankenstein Castle loop from Eberstadt

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Germany

Hesse

Leaf Tunnel and Hollow Way – Frankenstein Castle loop from Eberstadt

Moderate

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Leaf Tunnel and Hollow Way – Frankenstein Castle loop from Eberstadt

02:59

10.4km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

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Lerchenberg und Kernesbellen von Darmstadt-Eberstadt

Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.25 km

Lerchenberg und Kernesbellen von Darmstadt-Eberstadt

Nature Reserve

2.33 km

Brömster bei Darmstadt-Eberstadt

Nature Reserve

4.25 km

Leaf Tunnel and Hollow Way

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Interesting part! Then it goes immediately to the right to the man in the forest

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4.30 km

Charcoal Kiln Model at Frankenstein

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Pure past. Here you can find out about previous work while taking a break👍

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4.35 km

Tree Ring Timeline of the 330-Year-Old Oak

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It is surprising what you can see on such a tree disc

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4.36 km

Himmelsleiter to Frankenstein Castle

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For the experienced biker

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4.42 km

Listening Trumpet

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Nice to listen to the sounds of the forest.

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5.00 km

Frankenstein Castle

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The residence of the Frankenstein noble family has a history of more than 900 years. Until the late 16th century, the Frankensteins were a respected and wealthy princely family, as …

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5.15 km

Primeval Forest Path

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Beautiful and varied path.

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6.06 km

Forest in the Odenwald

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10.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.85 km

3.12 km

751 m

378 m

237 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.37 km

2.67 km

1.49 km

1.46 km

315 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Wednesday 21 October

13°C

6°C

49 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Comments

March 23, 2026,Über die Himmelsleiter zur Burg Frankenstein

A trip to the castle that supposedly inspired Mary Shelley to write her famous novel "Frankenstein"... is that really true? 🤷‍♂️ Shrug – but the scenery definitely fits perfectly 🏰⚡
It started in Darmstadt-Eberstadt – very relaxed, almost a stroll feeling 🚶‍♂️‍➡️🌿 But those who know me know: A little challenge is a must 😏 So up over the "Himmelsleiter" …

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