Schmitshausen is a region in the Southwest Palatinate of Germany, defined by its rolling hills, wide fields, and green forests. Situated on the Sickinger Höhe, the area features elevated viewpoints and picturesque mill valleys, such as the Wallhalbtal. This diverse landscape provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts exploring Schmitshausen will find more than 20 routes across several sports like hiking, touring cycling,…
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2010
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4.7
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406
hikers
11.2km
03:09
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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155
hikers
5.79km
01:38
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45
hikers
6.74km
01:48
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
4.80km
01:25
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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346
riders
48.8km
03:06
400m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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61
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25.7km
01:58
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51
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44.6km
03:49
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
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30.7km
02:38
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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79
riders
53.0km
02:22
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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18
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73.4km
03:15
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
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47.9km
02:15
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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15
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16.0km
00:44
80m
80m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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26
riders
42.9km
03:33
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
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28.4km
02:25
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
39.8km
03:00
540m
540m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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7
riders
52.4km
04:10
750m
750m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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24
riders
46.7km
03:17
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
47.2km
03:04
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.1km
02:10
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
52.2km
03:17
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
runners
8.49km
00:57
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.44km
00:43
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.02km
00:53
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4
runners
14.1km
01:30
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Schmitshausen offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features more than 20 routes across these sports. These activities utilize the area's rolling hills, wide fields, and green forests.
Notable hiking trails include the nearly 19-mile (30-kilometer) Meteorite Trail, which follows natural streams and passes a meteorite find site. The "Sickinger Mühlentäler" circular route connects wooded valleys with the cultivated heights of the Sickinger Mühlenland. The Königsweg provides a challenging option through dense forests to a vantage point overlooking the valley. For more information, see the Hiking around Schmitshausen guide.
Yes, Schmitshausen is suitable for touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling. The Southwest Palatinate Cycle Route passes directly through the village. Cyclists can explore green forests and mill valleys, or tackle routes with climbs towards the "Schmittshauser Heights" for panoramic views. Guides like Cycling around Schmitshausen provide detailed routes.
The region offers easily accessible paths suitable for various skill levels, including options for families. Terrain varies from gentle paths to more challenging routes. The diverse landscape ensures there are trails for different fitness levels.
Schmitshausen is characterized by its location on the Sickinger Höhe, offering elevated viewpoints and scenic vistas. Notable features include the Bärenfels rock formation and the picturesque Lauterbach River. The Wallhalbtal features historical mills along the "Mühlenweg" trail.
The region is particularly beautiful in autumn when the leaves change color, creating a vibrant spectacle. However, the diverse trail network is accessible throughout much of the year. The natural character of the region provides enjoyable experiences across multiple seasons.
Schmitshausen has more than 30,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars. There are more than 6,000 ratings for the various tours available.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Schmitshausen. These include Hiking around Schmitshausen, Cycling around Schmitshausen, and MTB Trails around Schmitshausen. Additional guides cover road cycling, gravel biking, and jogging.
The official website for Schmitshausen is rosendorf-schmitshausen.de. This site provides information about the village, which is known as a "Rosendorf" (rose village). Further information can also be found on the Verbandsgemeinde Thaleischweiler-Wallhalben website.
Trails in Schmitshausen feature diverse terrain, ranging from easily accessible paths to more challenging routes. Hikers and cyclists can expect rolling hills, wide fields, green forests, and picturesque mill valleys. Some routes include steep climbs and forest paths.
Yes, Schmitshausen offers mountain biking opportunities. The region's diverse terrain, including green forests and varied elevations, is suitable for MTB. The MTB Trails around Schmitshausen guide provides specific routes for mountain bikers.
There are 23 total routes available in Schmitshausen on komoot. These routes cover various sports, including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, gravel biking, and jogging. This selection caters to a wide range of outdoor enthusiasts.

