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Baden-Württemberg

Berggasthof Königsstuhl – Hulk Trail loop from Heidelberg

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Baden-Württemberg

Berggasthof Königsstuhl – Hulk Trail loop from Heidelberg

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Berggasthof Königsstuhl – Hulk Trail loop from Heidelberg

01:24

3.34km

270m

Mountaineering

Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Naturpark Neckartal-Odenwald

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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16 m

Start of the Himmelsleiter (Heidelberg)

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At the foot of the Stairway to Heaven and a little above the castle is the free hiking car park. There aren't many parking spaces, but there is usually something available. An absolute insider tip.

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214 m

Bench With a View of the Neckar River and Heidelberg

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The bench offers a nice place to rest during the difficult Königstuhl ascent or descent via the Himmelsleiter. You also have a wonderful view.

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480 m

Rest Area at the Himmelsleiter

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The bench offers a nice place to rest during the difficult Königstuhl ascent or descent via the Himmelsleiter. You also have a wonderful view.

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842 m

View of Heidelberg from Königstuhl

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A fantastic distant view of the Rhine valley and over Heidelberg to the Palatinate Forest and Speyer - of course only when it is not too hazy. It is definitely …

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914 m

Heidelberg Königstuhl Funicular Railway

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The alternative for those who find the ladder too exhausting, but do not want to miss the great views of Heidelberg and the region. A kiosk and a few seats invite you to take a break.

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947 m

Berggasthof Königsstuhl

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The Berggasthof Königsstuhl, which opened in 2021, has a nice ambience and good cuisine.

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1.11 km

View of Heidelberg and the Rhine Valley from the Königstuhl

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Heidelberg's local mountain. The mountain station of the Königstuhlbahn is right next door. Great distant view across the Rhine plain into the Palatinate.

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2.18 km

Hulk Trail

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As nice as he starts, he can become so angry. A trail with a great fun factor. Blocked, rooted, fast and tight. A fun for every endurist.

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3.34 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.52 km

750 m

694 m

249 m

131 m

Surfaces

1.53 km

1.41 km

394 m

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Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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Monday 6 July

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