Hirschhorn Town Gate – Hirschhorn Castle loop from Hirschhorn (Neckar)

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Hirschhorn Town Gate – Hirschhorn Castle loop from Hirschhorn (Neckar)

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Hirschhorn Town Gate – Hirschhorn Castle loop from Hirschhorn (Neckar)

02:53

9.48km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald

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Train Station

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810 m

Hirschhorn Town Gate

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Beautiful, well-preserved tower as part of the still existing city wall.

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914 m

View of the Hirschhorn weir

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The Hirschhorn barrage was completed in 1933 and damms the Neckar by an average of 5.30 meters. A road bridge spans the three-span weir that serves the traffic between the …

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1.15 km

If Heidelberg is too crowded, you should come here! Beautiful old town, pretty castle and great views. Plus an almost complete city wall. All this without an entrance fee and with relatively few tourists, a real gem!

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2.18 km

Panoramic View of the Neckar Bend at Hirschhorn

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Wonderful sunny path with a view of the Neckar

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2.39 km

View of the Neckar River Bend at Hirschhorn

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A bench invites you to linger. So you can enjoy this beautiful view even while sitting.

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5.76 km

Steinerner Tisch (Stone Table) Natural Monument

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The stone table was built for the princes of Hirschhorn, as a resting place for hunts.

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6.31 km

Hoppe Hut with a view of Ersheim

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As a refuge she has earned her name. There is a viewing path in the direction of the Hirschhorn and, coming from the Hirschhorner side, it is a good opportunity for a rest after the steep ascent.

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