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Ox Tower, Oberwesel – Oelsbergsteig Entrance loop from Oberwesel

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Ox Tower, Oberwesel – Oelsbergsteig Entrance loop from Oberwesel

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Ox Tower, Oberwesel – Oelsbergsteig Entrance loop from Oberwesel

01:44

5.06km

170m

Hiking

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 1.36 km for 796 m

After 2.90 km for 813 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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32 m

Ox Tower, Oberwesel

Highlight • Monument

Oberwesel with its city wall and towers on the Rhine is also called the city of towers.

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1.13 km

Rock Shelter Bench with View of the Rhine and Oberwesel

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A rest bench with a roof that was carved directly into a rock. After the climb from Oberwesel, this bench offers a very good opportunity to rest. You have an overwhelming view of the Rhine and Oberwesel.

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1.29 km

Oelsbergsteig Entrance

Highlight • Climb

An easy via ferrata with beautiful views along the slope of the Rhine.
Located on the Rheinburgenweg between Oberwesel and Sankt Goar.
Good surefootedness and a head for heights are …

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1.76 km

View of the Rhine Valley from the Oelsbergsteig

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Plenty of safeguards, but not absolutely necessary. Areas with high ladders can be bypassed.

Suitable for normal hikers and children. Sturdy shoes are recommended. From Oberwesel after the climb there is a viewing and picnic area.

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2.52 km

Viewpoint and shelter at the end of Oelsbergsteig with a view of the Rhine and Oberwesel

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Here is a nice rest area with a breathtaking view of the Rhine Valley. Several benches and an open shelter invite you to linger. This is where the Oelsbergsteig starts and ends.

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2.52 km

Gazebo overlooking the Upper Middle Rhine Valley

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

3.48 km

Picnic Area With View of the Rhine and Oberwesel

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice seating area on the Oelsbergsteig between Oberwesel and Sankt Goar with an outstanding view of the Rhine Valley and Oberwesel.

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3.59 km

Path Through the Twin-Trunk Tree on the Oelsbergsteig

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Very nice easy via ferrata with beautiful views of the Rhine.
Located on the Rheinburgenweg between Oberwesel and Sankt Goar.
For the climb you need good surefootedness and a head …

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5.06 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.10 km

1.52 km

744 m

651 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.21 km

1.95 km

631 m

130 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 5 July

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Ox Tower, Oberwesel – Oelsbergsteig Entrance loop from Oberwesel

Ox Tower, Oberwesel

Rock Shelter Bench with View of the Rhine and Oberwesel

Oelsbergsteig Entrance

View of the Rhine Valley from the Oelsbergsteig

Viewpoint and shelter at the end of Oelsbergsteig with a view of the Rhine and Oberwesel

Gazebo overlooking the Upper Middle Rhine Valley

Picnic Area With View of the Rhine and Oberwesel

Path Through the Twin-Trunk Tree on the Oelsbergsteig

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