Hiking Tours

Pfälzer Höhenweg

The Pfälzer Höhenweg runs in 7 stages over around 115 km from Winnweiler to Wolfstein. Woodland paths and ridges alternate with sweeping views reaching as far as the Rhine Plain. Highlights: Donnersberg with Königstuhl (687 m), castle ruins near Wolfstein, the ruins of Moschellandsburg and the Juche viewpoint. Meisenheim with its half-timbered old town; in Rockenhausen, the tower clock museum. A linear walk with hotel-to-hotel and luggage transfer. If accommodation is unavailable, transfers by local public transport, payable locally.

individual, from place to place
moderate
Germany

Pfälzer Waldpfad

Two 6-day sections on the Pfälzer Waldpfad: Kaiserslautern–Rodalben and Rodalben–Schweigen (each approx. 75 km). Vast forests, quiet valleys and striking rock formations characterise the route. Highlights include the Haus der Nachhaltigkeit, the Luitpoldsturm, Hauenstein, and the Dahner Felsenland with Drachenfels and Burg Berwartstein. If there is no accommodation at the end of a stage, we book 2 nights in a hotel. Transfers to the hotel or to the stage start are provided by the hotelier and are free of charge. The tour is only possible with multiple nights in one hotel, up to three nights. Luggage transfer included. Public transport fares are extra.

individual, from place to place
moderate
Germany

Explore Dillenburg and the Rothaarsteig

7 or 5 days of walking around Dillenburg: Rothaarsteig, Lahn-Dill-Bergland-Pfad and WesterwaldSteig. Stages 10–20 km, 150–650 metres of ascent, short options every day. Highlights: Fuchskaute, Herborn, Erdbachschwinde and Steinkammern. Transfers and short train rides to the start and finish. Stay in a central hotel in Dillenburg with modern, comfortable rooms and breakfast. Arrivals April–October on Thursdays or Fridays. Hotel parking free of charge, multi-storey car park for a fee; a short taxi ride from the station.

individual, without changing hotels, with dogs
easy
Germany

Moselle Traumpfade

Walk the Moselle’s certified Traumpfade: narrow paths through forests, vineyards and gorges, alongside streams, rock faces and across wide plateaus, with castles and far-reaching views. Routes include Hatzenporter Laysteig (with an optional via ferrata at the Dolling), Bergschluchtenpfad Ehrenburg, Bleidenberger Ausblicke, Schwalberstieg Niederfell, Koberner Burgpfad and Eltzer Burgpanorama. Stage lengths approx. 12–19 km, 4–6 hrs, 300–880 metres of ascent. Premium trails certified by the German Hiking Institute. Walk the stages in any order. Two base hotels in Löf and Hatzenport. Public transport to and from the day walks is payable locally.

individual, without changing hotels, with dogs
moderate, challenging
Germany

Ore Mountains Kammweg

The Kammweg Erzgebirge–Vogtland links Thuringia, Bavaria and Saxony, from the end of the Rennsteig in Blankenstein via the Vogtland and Fichtelberg to Altenberg-Geising. Choose from: 7 days Part 1 (Blankenstein–Muldenberg, approx. 95 km), 7 days Part 2 (Muldenberg–Bärenstein, approx. 85 km), 8 days Part 3 (Bärenstein–Altenberg/Geising, approx. 115–120 km) or the full route in 17 days (around 300 km). A linear walk with hotel-to-hotel stays and luggage transfer. You can continue walking or take a rest day.Public transport fares extra.

individual, from place to place, with dogs
moderate
Germany

Lüsen and Brixen in South Tyrol

Guided walking week in Lüsen above Brixen: daily easy to moderate walks, including Maurerberg, Lüsner Alm, Campill at sunrise, Großer Gabler, Peitlerkofel and Kreuzjoch. Programme varies with weather and season, with easier alternatives available each day or the option to plan your day independently; walking map and advice at the hotel. Arrival by car, parking/garage included, or by train to Brixen with hotel pick-up or taxi (45 € per journey). Accommodation: Naturhotel Lüsnerhof with pool, saunas and regional cuisine. Tourist tax payable locally.

individual, guided, without changing hotels
moderate, challenging
Italy

South Tyrol: Schenna and Merano

In Schenna above Meran, you spend a self-guided walking week exploring the Waalwege of Schenna, Algund and Marling, the Hans-Frieden section of the Meraner Höhenweg as well as the Taser Höhenweg. A stroll through Meran and a visit to the Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens round off the programme. Comfortable, easy walks, often combined with bus and cable car. Accommodation at the 4-star superior Hotel Panorama with spa area, an indoor and an outdoor pool, saunas and relaxation rooms. Hearty breakfast; in the evening, a choice of dinner menu. Detailed suggested walks make it easy to find your way. Beauty and cosmetic treatments available at extra charge. Tourist tax payable locally.

individual, without changing hotels
moderate
Italy

Lechweg

The Lechweg takes you from Formarinsee to Füssen over 7, 9 or 11 walking days (approx. 125–130 km). Self-guided walking holiday along an impressive wild river landscape: the turquoise Lech, panoramic paths, suspension bridges, villages and the Lechfall. Stay in hotels/country hotels with bed and breakfast; luggage transfer makes for easy walking. No head for heights required. Season: late June to early October. You can extend your stay in Füssen. Travel documents with map and stage information included.

individual, from place to place
moderate
Germany, Austria

Südheide Nature Park

Centre-based tour in Weesen: From here you explore Naturpark Südheide on day walks between 16 and 20 km, for example along the Heidschnucken-Panoramaweg, in the hills of the Südheide, through river and woodland landscapes, and along the Weesener Bach to Lutterloh and Hermannsburg. Alternative routes are available at the hotel. Free parking on site. Transfers to/from Unterlüß station on request, 35 € per journey (car for up to 4 people with luggage); large-capacity taxi available; additional costs may apply. Hotel pick-up from Unterlüß station 35 €. Transfer to the station 35 €. Additional shuttles 35 €, price per car for up to 4 people with luggage. Otherwise, we will arrange a large-capacity taxi. Transfers by taxi may incur additional costs.

individual, without changing hotels, with dogs
easy
Germany

Discover the Ore Mountains from a top hotel

Walking adventure on Fichtelberg with 8, 5 or 3 days around the highest summits of the Ore Mountains, starting from Oberwiesenthal. Stops: high moor and Keilberg, Kammweg to Bärenstein, Annaberg-Buchholz, Bozi Dar with Christkindelweg, Tellerhäuser, Neudorf with narrow-gauge railway and cable car. Flexible stages and pick-up options. Accommodation either at Fichtelberghaus or Hotel Jens Weißflog, each with half board, regional cuisine, sauna, Wi‑Fi and free parking. Transfers partly by public transport (locally), two taxi rides included.

individual, without changing hotels, with dogs
moderate
Germany

Vogtland Gentle Walking

Relaxed walking in the Saxon spa region around Bad Elster, as a comfortable single-centre hotel-based holiday. From Parkhotel Helene by Albert-Park you set off on varied day walks on the Vogtland-Panoramaweg, along the Weiße Elster and to destinations such as Bad Brambach, Landwüst, Markneukirchen, Eger/Cheb, Franzensbad and Asch. In the afternoons there’s time for Kurpark and Albertbad. Breakfast and dinner at the hotel. Transfers and public transport make getting around easier; individual stages can be shortened. 8 or 5 days.

individual, without changing hotels, with dogs
moderate
Germany, Czechia

Black Forest Seensteig

7 days on the Seensteig in the Black Forest: 5 stages and 6 nights. You arrive and depart independently to/from Baiersbronn. Route Baiersbronn – Mitteltal – Schliffkopf – Mummelsee – Schönmünzach – Baiersbronn, total approx. 90 km. Mostly natural paths past waterfalls and tarns, along streams and over Grinden. In good visibility, far-reaching views to the Alps with Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau as well as to the Vosges. Point-to-point walk with hotel changes; overnight stays in ***+ to ****+ category hotels.

individual, from place to place
moderate
Germany

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