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Rhenish Hesse

Mainz-Bingen

Nierstein

St. Catherine's Church, Oppenheim – Nierstein Watchtower loop from Nierstein

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Rhenish Hesse

Mainz-Bingen

Nierstein

St. Catherine's Church, Oppenheim – Nierstein Watchtower loop from Nierstein

Moderate

4.7

(87)

310

hikers

St. Catherine's Church, Oppenheim – Nierstein Watchtower loop from Nierstein

03:52

14.2km

210m

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: July 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.54 km

St. Catherine's Church, Oppenheim

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In the course of the efforts of the Archbishop of Mainz to gain a foothold in Oppenheim, he and the Neustadt, which already belonged to the diocese of Mainz, also …

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4.12 km

View of Oppenheim and St. Catherine's Church

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Truly an impressive view of the city and especially the beautiful St Catherine's Church. A magnificent panorama.

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8.54 km

Schwabsburg Castle Tower

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The Schwabsburg was probably founded around 1210 and was first mentioned in 1257 in a royal document by Richard von Cornwall as the base of the Hohenstaufen rule on the Rhine.

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8.60 km

Schwabsburg Keep

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The 106 steps up to the tower are worthwhile.

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9.98 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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10.9 km

Nierstein Watchtower

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The watch tower above the town of Nierstein, located north in the Rote Hang, is the highest vantage point in the vineyards with an excellent panoramic view over Nierstein to …

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11.6 km

Viewpoint

11.9 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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12.7 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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14.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.3 km

2.33 km

506 m

479 m

271 m

146 m

Surfaces

6.42 km

4.61 km

1.25 km

1.14 km

372 m

285 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 13 July

33°C

22°C

75 %

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Comments

March 30, 2024,Nierstein | Wartturm - Ölberg - Schlossturm - Burgruine Landskron - Katharinenkirche Oppenheim Tour

When we took the train to Mainz last week, the Katharinenkirche in Oppenheim and the Rote Hang caught our eye. We wanted to take a closer look at this today. The Sahara sand noticeably impaired our visibility, but it was still a great tour. There were all sorts of things to see here. In addition to the watchtower and the …

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October 31, 2025,Rheinhessen - Rebengold am Roten Hang 31.10.25

The 17th hike of my challenge this year took me to Rheinhessen today, more precisely to Nierstein, south of Mainz. So, a part of the Rhine I'm completely unfamiliar with.

The hike starts at a free parking lot by the Heyl Gardens in Nierstein. From there, after a short loop through the town, the trail leads up into the vineyards. …

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August 2, 2025,20250803 Oppenheim - Schwabsburg - Nierstein Weinfest 🍷

We always enjoy going to the wine festival in Nierstein. This morning it started raining, and we were a bit undecided about whether to go. Since we didn't want to be in Offenbach again, we finally set off. We started in Oppenheim and first looked at St. Catherine's Church with its beautiful windows. Then we climbed uphill to the Landskron …

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October 3, 2023,Nierstein-Oppenheim-Nierstein am Rhein

When we arrived in Nierstein there was a river cruise ship⛴ at anchor that was quite large. We first followed the Roter Hang hiking trail, which went steadily uphill. We rested at the Fockenberghütte 🥪🍷 and were able to enjoy a wonderful view over the Rhine. We then followed the path to Schwabsburg. Only the tower remains there. But climbing …

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November 15, 2025,Rheinhessen 🍇 - Oppenheim "Fünf Türme Wanderung" (15-20)

Check out the Rheinhessen 🍇 - Oppenheim "Five Towers Hike" on Relive! relive.com/view/vAOZmoMQ2yv

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June 8, 2023,Oppenheimer Pracht

Sun tour on today's holiday. From Nierstein we first went up into the vineyards and to the watchtower. A great spot for a rest but we were still too short on the road for that. So first of all we went on with a bright blue sky and climbed the tower of the Schwabsburg. On the way to Oppenheim, we …

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October 9, 2021,H055 (Rheinhessen) 3-Türme-Weinwanderung, Nierstein - Oppenheim

H055 (Rheinhessen) 3-Türme-Weinwanderung, Nierstein - Oppenheim

Date: 9th October 2021

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Nearest City: Mainz (~20 kms) towards North

Distance from Heidelberg: ~81 kms

Starting Point:
Parkplatz Nierstein
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Distance: ~18 kms
Uphill: 270 m
Downhill: 270 m
Highest Point: 200 m
Duration: ~4h 45m
Difficulty: Intermediate

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St. Catherine's Church, Oppenheim – Nierstein Watchtower loop from Nierstein

St. Catherine's Church, Oppenheim

View of Oppenheim and St. Catherine's Church

Schwabsburg Castle Tower

Schwabsburg Keep

Ölberg Viewpoint and Roter-Hang-Hütte

Nierstein Watchtower

Magnificent view of the Nierstein Rhine Valley.

Nierstein Market Square

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