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Posselslust – Der Königstuhl Runde von Königstuhl

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Posselslust – Der Königstuhl Runde von Königstuhl

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February 14, 2019

Posselslust – Der Königstuhl Runde von Königstuhl

Moderate

03:41

12.9km

3.5km/h

300m

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Overview

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3 m

View of Heidelberg from Königstuhl

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A fantastic distant view into the Rhine plain and over Heidelberg to the Palatinate Forest and Speyer – of course, only if it's not too hazy. It is definitely recommended …

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40 m

Heidelberg Ladder to Heaven

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The Neckarsteig starts off sportingly: Around 1,200 roughly hewn natural stones lead you up the "Himmelsleiter" (Stairway to Heaven), which takes you to the Königsstuhl. From up there, you have …

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55 m

Heidelberg Königstuhl Funicular Railway

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The alternative for those who find the ladder too exhausting, but do not want to miss the great views of Heidelberg and the region. A kiosk and a few seats invite you to take a break.

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1.70 km

Leopoldstein Junction and Shelter

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Here, several paths intersect. A few benches under the open sky and a small refuge invite you to rest.

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4.13 km

Posseltlust Tower

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From its namesake Louis Posselt, a former Heidelberg city council and pharmacy professor, founded observation tower.
There is a hiking car park, which can be used as a starting point …

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8.43 km

Linsenteich Shelter

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Pretty glade surrounded by several small ponds.
Recreation cabin and outdoor seats are available.

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12.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.88 km

3.68 km

3.05 km

644 m

548 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.90 km

4.12 km

1.29 km

1.10 km

235 m

225 m

Route Details

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Highest point (570 m)

Lowest point (330 m)

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Posselslust – Der Königstuhl Runde von Königstuhl

View of Heidelberg from Königstuhl

Heidelberg Ladder to Heaven

Heidelberg Königstuhl Funicular Railway

Leopoldstein Junction and Shelter

Posseltlust Tower

Linsenteich Shelter

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