Discover the ancient pilgrim walks that cross the territory of Herrstein. This page features a selection of the best pilgrim trails in Herrstein recommended by experts. Filter the results to best suit your needs. Each route contains useful information to help you plan each stage of your pilgrimage.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful pilgrim walks in Herrstein
Pilgrim Trail
· Hunsrück - Nahe
01. Part B: Stage Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Route; Fischbach/Nahe - Herrstein
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.8 km
2:45 h
306 m
237 m
This stage from the Fischbach valley to Historical Herrstein leads over wooded paths. The ups and downs characterize this section.
Pilgrim Trail
· Hunsrück - Nahe
2nd Stage Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Trail: Herrstein - Kirn
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 2
15.7 km
4:15 h
298 m
415 m
Herrstein - Niederhosenbach - Bergen - Kirn
The second stage leads to Hildegard's roots. It is characterized by medieval impressions.
Pilgrim Trail
Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Trail
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Multi-day route
133.4 km
36:45 h
3,033 m
3,195 m
On the hike along the Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Trail, the universal scholar and probably the most famous personality of the Middle Ages is commemorated. The trail leads through Hildegard's land over around 135 kilometers.
Pilgrim Trail
· Hunsrück - Nahe
1st Stage Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Trail: Idar-Oberstein - Herrstein
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 1
19.3 km
6:25 h
705 m
652 m
The 1st stage of the Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Trail is very demanding and characterized by a varied route with steep gradients.
Idar-Oberstein - Herrstein
The area around Idar-Oberstein stands for craftsmanship that is unique worldwide. This part of the trail is dedicated to Hildegard's knowledge of stones.
Pilgrim Trail
· Hunsrück - Nahe
Stage 2 - Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Route - August 2020
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.1 km
2:30 h
284 m
201 m
Fischbach -> Herrstein
Herrstein is a medieval village
Pilgrim Trail
· Hunsrück - Nahe
Stage 3 - Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Route - August 2020
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
16.9 km
4:40 h
360 m
440 m
Herrstein -> Kirn
Kirn is nice and small with a beautiful center
