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Schopp

Welcome to Schopp, a picturesque destination in the district of Kaiserslautern, Germany. This charming place is rich in history and offers a breathtaking landscape with endless possibilities for outdoor activities.

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Long Distance Hiking · Pfalz
Pfälzer Waldpfad full route
recommended route Difficulty T3 difficult Multi-day route
Distance 128.9 km
Duration 38:00 h
Ascent 2,742 m
Descent 2,813 m

Spectacular rocks, deeply incised valleys and above all: forest as far as the eye can see! That is what the 143 km long Pfälzer Waldpfad offers, ...

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from Anne Seehaus,   Cheers to the Palatinate
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 28.2 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 464 m
Descent 464 m

Great mountain bike route in the heart of the Palatinate Forest with many highlights. The Trippstadt Bikepark is very close to this route!

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from Stephan Marx,   Mountainbikepark Pfälzerwald
Mountain Bike · Biosphärenreservat Pfälzerwald
Mountain bike route 3 Schopp
recommended route Difficulty S0 difficult
Distance 60.8 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 1,104 m
Descent 1,104 m

Demanding, great mountain bike route in the heart of the Palatinate Forest with many highlights. The Trippstadt bike park is very close to this ...

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from Stephan Marx,   Mountainbikepark Pfälzerwald
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 143.4 km
Duration 39:20 h
Ascent 3,145 m
Descent 3,173 m

130 kilometers through the Palatinate Forest: castles, red sandstone cliffs, forest trails, and rustic huts define one of Germany’s most beautiful ...

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from Jarle Sänger,   Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty T3 moderate Stage 1
Distance 15.3 km
Duration 4:10 h
Ascent 289 m
Descent 102 m

The first stage on the 130km long Palatinate Forest Trail leads along the Moosalbe through the Karlstal Gorge up to the hamlet of Johanniskreuz.

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from Anne Seehaus,   Cheers to the Palatinate
Mountain Bike · Palatinate Forest Nature Park
Mountain bike route 3a Schopp (short route)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 33.1 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 528 m
Descent 528 m

We find wonderful valleys and secluded paths on this mountain bike route

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from Stephan Marx,   Mountainbikepark Pfälzerwald
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14 km
Duration 3:51 h
Ascent 138 m
Descent 157 m

From Trippstadt in the sign of the forests to the most beautiful hiking kilometer of the Palatinate.

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from Wolfgang Engel,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Pfälzerwald
Bike route "Tour-de-Sued"
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 32.9 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 416 m
Descent 416 m

The "Tour-de-Sued" runs in the south of Kaiserslautern through the Palatinate Forest. Ideal for e-bikers and sporty enthusiasts. Ideal for everyone ...

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from Tourist-Info VG Landstuhl,   Zentrum Pfälzerwald Touristik, Landstuhl
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 15.5 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 304 m
Descent 304 m

Route suggestion #28 from the book "Rittersteine im Pfälzerwald" by Walter Eitelmann. The starting point is at NFH Finsterbrunnertal and the route ...

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from Heino Blankertz,   Community
Long Distance Hiking · Pfalz
Oberbexbach – Rheingönheim
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 149 km
Duration 40:35 h
Ascent 2,333 m
Descent 2,480 m

Long-distance trail of the Pfälzerwald Club; Oberbexbach - Rheingönheim; Marking: Green - Yellow Cross. This exciting route takes us from Saarland ...

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from Bernd Forsch,   Pfälzerwald-Verein e.V.
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Discover the region

The geographical location of Schopp is ideal for visitors looking for the best of both worlds - a quiet environment away from the hustle and bustle of the city, yet within easy reach of larger cities such as Kaiserslautern or Mannheim. The region is also known as the gateway to the Palatinate Forest, the largest contiguous forest area in Germany.

Schopp has many tourist attractions to offer. One highlight is certainly Nanstein Castle in Landstuhl, just a few kilometres away. This impressive fortress dates back to the 12th century and offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.

Cultural highlights are also available: The Museum im Westrich shows exhibitions on regional history as well as works of art by local artists. Concerts are held here regularly in summer.

For gourmets, there are culinary specialities such as Saumagen (a traditional speciality from the Palatinate) or the region's famous Riesling wine - a true experience for all gourmets!

Outdoor fans will be delighted with the many activity options: hiking through the Palatinate Forest, cycling along the Glan cycle path or canoeing on the nearby river - there is something for everyone here. The best time of year to engage in these activities is from April to October.

When it rains, there is plenty to do in Schopp too: Visit the indoor swimming pool in Kaiserslautern or take a guided tour of the bunker facility in nearby Ramstein.

And where is the nicest place to be? That depends on your personal preferences, of course! But a stroll through the picturesque village centre with its half-timbered houses and flowerbeds is certainly an unforgettable experience.

Overall, Schopp offers everything you could want from a destination - history, nature and adventure. A real insider tip for all travellers looking for an authentic experience far away from mass tourism. Pack your bags and let's discover this jewel together!

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Reviews

  • May 25, 2026
    Christof S.
    Strecktechnisch abwechselungsreiche Tour. Hoher Anteil an Trails.
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    Written May 25, 2026
  • September 20, 2025
    Lorenz
    Super Essen, tolle Lokation und nette Leute!
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    Photo: Lorenz, Community
    Photo: Lorenz, Community
    Written September 20, 2025
  • May 10, 2025
    Karin Koch
    Sehr schöne Wanderung. Allerdings inzwischen Wegeänderung: nach dem 1. Anstieg rechts weg und dann immer der gelben Raute folgend bis Stelzenberg, sonst landet man irgendwo im Nirgendwo 😕😉
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    Written May 10, 2025
  • March 23, 2025
    Daniel Kabs
    Tolles Naturfreundehaus, 👍 von Kaiserslautern gut per Fahrrad oder - etwas anstrengender - zu Fuß zu erreichen. Man wird mit einer reichhaltigen Speisekarte belohnt. Wer will, bekommt auch Leberknödel mit Pommes 🤭
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    Written March 23, 2025
  • April 25, 2024
    Martin Kropf
    Ich bin mit einer Wanderfreundin in der vergangenen Woche in 7 Tagen den Pfälzer Waldpfad durchwandert. Das Wetter war zwar sehr April mäßig, hat dieser schönen Wanderung aber nichts abwertendes gebracht. Die Unterkünfte hatten wir schon 2 Monate zuvor gebucht, zweimal mussten wir für 2 Nächte übernachten, was wir dann mit ÖV`s erweiterten. An einem Tag war Streik der Busse, da hatten wir Glück, dass uns eine nette Pfälzerin per Anhalter an den Startpunkt zum nächsten Start brachte. Die Wege empfanden wir überwiegend als sehr schöne Wanderwege mit sehr guter Beschilderung. Nette menschliche Begegnungen und mit einem wunderschönen Bereich, dem Dahner Felsenland. Da könnte man es auch länger aushalten und viele Wanderwege erkunden. Nachdem wir im vergangenen Jahr bereits den tollen Pfälzer Weinsteig gewandert sind, war auch der Waldpfad ein tolles Erlebnis für uns. Bestens zu empfehlen, Martin Kropf, Kleines Wiesental, Südbaden.
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    Written April 25, 2024
    Long Distance Hiking
    Pfälzer Waldpfad full route
  • July 10, 2021
    Martin Becker
    Super Tour mit vielen Trails. Aber ohne Navi schwierig. Die Schilder sind im Laub schlecht zu sehen.
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    Written July 10, 2021
  • June 05, 2021
    Der Reisende 
    Ich würde die Strecke andersrum gehen oder besser noch am Naturfreundehaus starten. Dann hat man die Steigungen am Anfang. Ansonsten war es eine schöne Wanderung
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    Written June 05, 2021
  • April 17, 2021
    Aspen Telluride
    Tolle Runde, das Karlstal ist wunderschön. 👍
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    Karlstal Schlucht
    Photo: Aspen Telluride, Community
    Written April 17, 2021
  • April 04, 2020
    Volker Dietrich 
    Sehr schöne Runde! Danke! Bin diese heute morgen dem Corona Blues davon gelaufen! Sehr viele Untergründe mit Wurzeln Steinen und Wald. Toll zum joggen und trainieren der trittsicherheit! Kleine Pfade die ich als ortsfremder nicht gefunden hätte!
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    Written April 04, 2020
    Trail Running
    15k Loop Schopp
  • March 22, 2020
    Steffen Schneider
    March 22, 2020
    Beschilderung könnte besser sein
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    Karlstalschlucht
    Photo: Steffen Schneider, Community
    Written March 22, 2020
  • June 10, 2019
    Joachim Paul
    June 09, 2019
    Wunderbarer Weg der auch für wenig geübte geeignet ist. Das schöne ist, dass es drei Einkehrmöglichkeitren gibt. Wunderschöne Passagen entlang des Wassers.
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    Written June 10, 2019
  • June 09, 2019
    M. B.
    June 09, 2019
    Persönliches Highlight waren die nicht enden wollenden Trailpassagen. Keine größeren Schwierigkeiten, auch landschaftlich sehr reizvoll, es gibt viele Möglichkeiten, wo man mit kurzen Abstechern vom Hauptweg immer wieder Interessantes entdeckt.
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    Written June 09, 2019

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