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Hilst

Welcome to Hilst, a charming destination in the Southwest Palatinate region of Germany! As a reader of this guide, you can look forward to many exciting discoveries.

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Attractions in Hilst


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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.4 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 197 m
Descent 197 m

Varied hike through the magnificent Palatinate Forest on the French border. Impressive rock formations make this route a special experience.

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from Wolfgang Schulz,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 79.1 km
Duration 6:05 h
Ascent 475 m
Descent 475 m

On 79.8 km you will experience the French-German border region between Palatinate Forest and Alsace up to the beautiful little town of Bitche.

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from Volker Matheis,   Pfälzerwald Tourismus e.V.
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 12.8 km
Duration 3:16 h
Ascent 203 m
Descent 203 m

Premium hiking trail to the most impressive sandstone massif in the Palatinate and relics from the Roman-Celtic past.

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from Michael Kiefer©️,   Michael Kiefer
Hiking Trail · Pfalz
Altschlosspfad
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 10.2 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 164 m
Descent 164 m

The highlight and namesake of the picturesque and scenic path is the sandstone formation Altschlossfelsen, designated as a natural and cultural ...

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from David Hoffmann,   WANDERarena Pfälzerwald/Nordvogesen
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 10.4 km
Duration 4:02 h
Ascent 203 m
Descent 203 m

Circular route to the most impressive sandstone rocks of the Palatinate and artifacts from Gallo-Roman times.

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from Michael Kiefer©️,   Michael Kiefer
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 8.2 km
Duration 2:07 h
Ascent 264 m
Descent 268 m

This tour takes us not only to the impressive Altschlossfelsen, but also to the Eppenbrunn Devil's Table and artifacts from Roman times.

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from Michael Kiefer©️,   Michael Kiefer
Bicycle Rides · Pfalz
Hornbach-Fleckenstein bike route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 63.6 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 619 m
Descent 661 m

The cycling route crosses the southern part of the Southwestern Palatinate region almost parallel to the "Green Border" with France.

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from Michaela Herbort,   Pfälzerwald Tourismus e.V.
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 114.8 km
Duration 8:55 h
Ascent 800 m
Descent 884 m

Varied route on the Rhineland-Palatinate cycle route. Through the Southwest Palatinate from Bruchmühlbach to Wissembourg (F) close to the border ...

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from Volker Matheis,   Pfälzerwald Tourismus e.V.
Mountain Bike · Palatinate Forest Nature Park
Mountain bike route 17 Eppenbrunn (Pirmasens-Land South)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 60.8 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 992 m
Descent 992 m

Spectacular rock formations with the Altschlossfelsen and scenic high plateau – this route constantly alternates between deep forest and panoramic ...

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from Stephan Marx,   Mountainbikepark Pfälzerwald
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 287.1 km
Duration 74:00 h
Ascent 3,435 m
Descent 3,349 m

The Jakobsweg Speyer-Metz leads us from the old Roman town of Speyer through the Rhine Plain to the German Wine Route and into the Palatinate Forest.

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from Patrick Küpper,   Outdooractive Premium
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Geographical location and special features Hilst is located in the heart of the Palatinate Forest and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. The region is known for its rolling hills, dense forests and clear rivers. The climate here is mild with warm summers and cool winters.

Tourist attractions. Hilst has a wealth of tourist attractions to offer. One highlight is the numerous castles and palaces such as Berwartstein Castle or Dahn Castle. A stroll through the historic town centre of Pirmasens is also well worthwhile.

Cultural Highlights and Events The region also offers a variety of cultural events such as concerts, plays or art exhibitions. The music festival "Pfalztheaterfestspiele" and the traditional wine festival "Dahner Kerwe" are particularly recommended.

Culinary specialities. There are many culinary delights to discover in Hilst - from regional specialities such as Saumagen to internationally inspired dishes from the many local restaurants.

Outdoor Activities There are endless possibilities for outdoor enthusiasts: Hiking, cycling or climbing - everything is possible! The Palatinate Forest offers a network of well-marked hiking and cycling routes as well as unique via ferrata routes. Hikes along the Dahner Felsenpfad or the Wieslauter are particularly beautiful.

Best seasons and places to visit. The best time to visit Hilst is in summer, when the weather is warm and sunny. The region then offers many opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking or cycling. In winter you can go cross-country skiing, tobogganing or skiing in the nearby ski areas. A particularly beautiful place to linger is the reservoir near Dahn with its crystal-clear water and picturesque lakeside promenade.

Consummation Hilst is definitely worth a visit! With its historical sights, cultural events and countless outdoor activities, there is something for everyone to discover here. So pack your bag and get ready for an unforgettable stay in this stunning region of Germany!

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  • September 06, 2026
    Zoran R 
    viel los viele Wanderer sehr schöne Tour......
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    Written September 06, 2026
  • May 01, 2026
    Alex S
    May 01, 2026
    Es war eine schöne Tour die ich aber eher als leicht bezeichnen würde. Wie schon geschrieben, ist an schönen Tagen mit reichlich Trubel zu rechnen. Die Beschilderung ist teilweise spärlich und auch verwirrend.
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    Written May 01, 2026
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    Altschlosspfad
  • April 12, 2026
    Regina Eymann 
    April 09, 2026
    Wunderschöne Tour zu diesen imposanten Felsen. Empfohlene es im April zu wandern, wenn man das tolle Felsleuchten bewundern will
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    Written April 12, 2026
  • April 04, 2026
    Marius. R.
    April 03, 2026
    Wenn man etwas mehr Zeit hat, lohnen sich kleine Abstecher zum Teufelstisch und zum Dianabild! Auf den sehr breit ausgetretene Pfaden ist mit viel Trubel zu rechnen...
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    Written April 04, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Altschlosspfad
  • April 28, 2025
    Andreas Pauls 
    April 28, 2025
    Wundervolle Radrunde im Grenzgebiet Deutschland-Frankreich! Heute bei bestem Wetter im Gegenuhrzeigersinn vom Imsbacher Hof aus gemacht. Insbesondere der Radweg nach Bitche ist genial. Habe dann die kleine Abkürzung nach Ludwigswinkel genutzt, und war nach 2,5h wieder am Ausgangspunkt.
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    Written April 28, 2025
  • October 07, 2024
    Heike Clemens
    Eine wunderschöne Wanderung, so abwechslungsreich. Hat die Auszeichnung "Premiumwanderung" definitiv verdient
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    Written October 07, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Altschlosspfad
  • May 10, 2024
    Bianca Klumper
    May 08, 2024
    Super mooie wandeling langs geweldig rotsformaties. Paar kleine klimmetjes maar verder goed te doen. Een echte aanrader
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    Written May 10, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Altschlosspfad
  • April 14, 2024
    Markus Traumer
    April 14, 2024
    Sehr schöner Weg . Tolle Felsen .👍👍👍
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    Written April 14, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Altschlosspfad
  • April 01, 2024
    Wander Verliebt
    March 23, 2024
    Herrliche Waldwanderung mit dem Altschlossfelsen als Höhepunkt. Aber auch die Abstecher zum Dianabild und Teufelstisch haben uns gut gefallen. Absolut empfehlenswert!
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    Written April 01, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Altschlosspfad
  • November 03, 2023
    Johann Till
    July 22, 2023
    Auf unserem diesjährigen Kurzurlaub in der Pfalz im Juli 2023 haben wir auch eine Wanderung auf dem Altschlosspfad und auf Teilen des Grenzweges bei Eppenbrunn unternommen. Es war eine der schönsten Wanderung welche wir in 2023 erleben durften. Auf meinem kleinen VideoClip auf YouTube könnt Ihr einen kleinen Eindruck dieses außergewöhnlichen Wanderweges gewinnen.
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    Written November 03, 2023
  • October 23, 2023
    Gerhard Reuther 
    March 17, 2023
    Traumtour mit Teufelstisch, Altschloßfelsen und Hohler Felsen
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    Written October 23, 2023
    Hiking Trail
    Altschlosspfad
  • September 14, 2023
    Tobias K.
    September 09, 2023
    Toller, abwechslungsreicher nicht zu schwerer Wanderweg mit spektakulären Felsformationen und regelmäßigen Rast/Picknickmöglichkeiten. Außerdem: Schwarze Markensonnenbrille am Wegesrand gefunden Sonntag 09.09.23; sollten sie der/die (un)glückliche Verlierer:in sein melden Sie sich gerne via lolinx@hotmail.de
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    Written September 14, 2023
    Hiking Trail
    Altschlosspfad

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