Nierstein Baumelbank – Schwabsburg Keep loop from Oppenheim

Hiking trails & Routes

Rhenish Hesse

Mainz-Bingen

Oppenheim

Nierstein Baumelbank – Schwabsburg Keep loop from Oppenheim

Moderate

4.6

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Nierstein Baumelbank – Schwabsburg Keep loop from Oppenheim

03:57

15.0km

140m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.75 km

Magnificent view of the Nierstein Rhine Valley.

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You will discover fantastic views with each new hike.

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4.04 km

View of the Rhine Valley from the Schau ins Land viewpoint

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Fabulous view of the Rhine Valley.

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6.80 km

Nierstein Baumelbank

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Wonderful view and to relieve the calves 😊

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7.20 km

View of Oppenheim and the Rhine

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Great rest area with a fantastic view

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7.56 km

Ölberg Viewpoint and Roter-Hang-Hütte

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There is also a nice outdoor rest area with a great view

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7.57 km

Bench With a View of Nierstein and the Roter Hang Vineyards

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Lie down and just enjoy the beautiful view 👍

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8.94 km

Schwabsburg Keep

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The 106 steps up to the tower are worthwhile.

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12.0 km

Nierstein Market Square

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Around the Nierstein market square is a beautiful old town with many attractive places to stop for refreshments.

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15.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.0 km

3.51 km

777 m

363 m

198 m

Surfaces

8.53 km

4.05 km

1.38 km

475 m

448 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Wednesday 7 October

17°C

9°C

97 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Comments

January 28, 2023,Niersteiner Stiefel

I've walked this tour several times. I gave the hike the name "Niersteiner Stiefel" because the GPS track looks like a boot or maybe more like a crumpled sock.
What does the route have to offer? Many picnic areas with tables and benches that invite you to linger. Wide views over the Rhenish-Hessian hill country and Rhine Valley. And at …

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