Discover the ancient pilgrim walks that cross the territory of Idar-Oberstein. This page features a selection of the best pilgrim trails in Idar-Oberstein 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 Idar-Oberstein
Pilgrim Trail
· Hunsrück - Nahe
Part 1A: Stage Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Trail: Idar-Oberstein - Fischbach/Nahe
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.3 km
3:30 h
410 m
416 m
Idar-Oberstein - Fischbach/NaheWe recommend this stage to all pilgrim hikers who are looking for an easier entry into the pilgrimage trail.
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 1 - Hildegard von Bingen Pilgrimage Route - August 2020
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11.1 km
3:30 h
394 m
419 m
Idar-Oberstein->Fischbach
The path via the Felsenkirche was closed due to construction work on the slope. The detour led back through the pedestrian zone and then up the mountain to the castle.
More of a trail character, lots of ups and downs, for less trained hikers it is recommended to only go the stage up to Fischbach. The second stage to Herrstein should be tackled the next day. We were relieved when we arrived in Fischbach. There was no accommodation, no bus or taxi on Saturday evening. Helpful residents then drove us to the accommodation in Fischbach. Thank you!
Pilgrim Trail
· Hunsrück - Nahe
Tourenplanung für 19.07.2020
12.2 km
3:57 h
429 m
428 m
Idar-Oberstein nach Fischbach
