Neckargerach, a state-recognized resort in the Neckar-Odenwald district, is situated along the Neckar River, characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and vineyards. This diverse landscape, part of both the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park and the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, provides varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The region offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Neckargerach offers more than 100 routes for outdoor activities, catering to various interests and skill levels.…
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Average rating
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4.7
(359)
1,353
hikers
13.4km
03:59
330m
330m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
(237)
1,039
hikers
7.10km
02:09
170m
170m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(140)
509
hikers
9.71km
03:00
270m
270m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.6
(137)
569
hikers
23.0km
06:30
480m
480m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(379)
1,845
riders
64.3km
03:49
370m
370m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.8
(342)
1,507
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.6
(128)
356
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
(8)
58
riders
15.2km
00:56
130m
130m
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.5
(4)
78
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
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26
riders
41.6km
02:09
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
78.3km
04:03
1,370m
1,370m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
22.7km
01:08
290m
290m
Hard road ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.9
(21)
72
riders
47.1km
03:09
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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19
riders
22.1km
01:34
290m
290m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
riders
24.3km
01:38
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(3)
12
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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26
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
6.24km
00:41
110m
110m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.7
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37
riders
56.0km
03:08
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
23.3km
01:21
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
riders
28.6km
01:36
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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2
hikers
22.3km
06:34
610m
610m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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8.57km
02:45
340m
340m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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3
hikers
12.4km
03:46
440m
440m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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2
hikers
15.0km
04:40
560m
560m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Neckargerach offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features 127 routes with an average rating of 4.61 stars from more than 195,000 visitors.
A major highlight for hiking is Stage 7 of the Neckarsteig trail, which connects Neckargerach to Mosbach. This section leads through the Margaretenschlucht (Margaret Gorge), a nature protected area known for its waterfalls. The Margaretenschlucht-Pfad is a themed trail exploring this unique gorge.
Yes, Neckargerach offers hiking trails suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. For specific routes, users can explore the Easy hikes around Neckargerach guide or the Family-friendly hikes around Neckargerach guide on komoot.
The renowned Neckar Valley Cycle Path runs directly through Neckargerach, providing touring opportunities along the river. Other options include the 'Three Valleys Cycle Route' for a moderate day tour. More routes can be found in the Cycling around Neckargerach guide.
Neckargerach features numerous well-marked mountain biking trails, ranging from gentle riverside paths to challenging routes through steep mountains. Notable routes include 'Neckargerach - Three castles for mountain bikers,' a 13-mile (21-kilometer) path. The MTB Trails around Neckargerach guide provides further details.
Key natural landmarks include the Neckar River, which defines the landscape, and the Margaretenschlucht (Margaret Gorge) with its waterfalls. The region is also characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and vineyards. The Katzenbuckel, the highest peak in the Odenwald, is another prominent natural feature.
The region is part of the historic Burgenstraße (Castle Road). Historical sites include the Minneburg Castle Ruins, located high above Neckargerach, which offer views of the Neckar valley. Other castles like Zwingenberg Castle and Stolzeneck Castle are accessible via cycling routes.
Outdoor routes in Neckargerach are highly popular on komoot, with more than 195,000 visitors having explored the area. The 127 available routes have received an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars from nearly 50,000 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Neckargerach, including Hiking around Neckargerach, Cycling around Neckargerach, and MTB Trails around Neckargerach. There are also guides for family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, road cycling, running, gravel biking, and hikes from bus stations.
Yes, public transport options are available for accessing trails in the region. Komoot provides a specific guide titled Hikes from bus stations around Neckargerach to assist with planning.
The official website for Neckargerach is http://www.neckargerach.de. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +49 6263 4201-0.

