Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 04 Deidesheim - Neustadt a. d. Weinstraße

From the historic marketplace in Deidesheim, we first walk past the outdoor pool and through sunny vineyards along the Weinbach stream before entering the forest below the Pfalzblick guesthouse. The shady path above the former single vineyard "Schlossberg" leads us via the Klausenkapelle chapel to the wine village of Königsbach with its impressive parish church of St. Johannes. After the ascent to the "Meerspinnblick" viewpoint above Gimmeldingen, we hike along the babbling Mußbach through the Gimmeldingen valley to the Benjental forester's house. Here begins the long climb to the 554 m high Weinbiet. Through beautiful mixed forests, we reach the highest peak of the Haardt north of the Speyerbach. Here we can first enjoy a proper snack at the Weinbiethaus (PWV) before tackling the final ascent to the lookout tower. The view extends far across the Rhine Plain and the highest summits of the Palatinate Forest. Over the broad ridge of the Wolfsberg, it then goes downhill past the scenic natural monument Bergstein and over the Hohfelsen to the Wolfsburg ruin, whose small castle tavern is open on weekends. From here, a cozy hillside path takes us to the Scheffelwarte. From there, the descent to Neustadt an der Weinstraße begins. Passing the Deidesheimer Temple and the Dr. Welsch Terrace, we walk over the Haardter staircase path into the historic old town and let ourselves be enchanted by the lively hustle and bustle and the charm of the half-timbered houses.

For our hiking routes, we recommend the following standard equipment:

Hiking on natural paths and trails - Especially in autumn, it is also important to note that fallen leaves on the ground can hide unevenness, roots, stones, or holes in the path. After thunderstorms or heavy rain, trees may still fall or branches may drop afterward. Especially in adverse weather conditions, natural paths can have muddy and slippery sections. Not all rocks or cliffs are secured with ropes or railings. Sure-footedness is required in places. You must expect such path impairments when hiking. Should you believe that certain sections are impassable for you, you should bypass them. Despite the “unlost” marking of the premium hiking trails, we always recommend carrying an appropriate hiking map for safety reasons so that, for example, in a thunderstorm or emergency, you can quickly find a safe area. Path closures and detours must be strictly observed.

Danger situations - If an emergency occurs, quick help is needed. And even though cell phones can send GPS signals, classic rescue points are often the fastest. These are located at places easily accessible for rescue vehicles. Remember the points with green signs and a white cross. In an emergency, return there and give the number on the sign during your emergency call. This way, rescuers will know where to find you.

On the A65 to the Deidesheim exit, then on the B271 to Deidesheim

By train to Deidesheim

Schedule information: via the DB travel information and in the DB Navigator app

Marketplace in Deidesheim

Please only park in designated parking areas and always keep access routes for emergency vehicles as well as work paths in the forest and vineyards clear. For overnight stays in camper & caravan there are explicitly designated motorhome parking spaces.

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Marking rules

Make a detour to the Mandelring in Neustadt-Haardt. Great villas and wineries!