Market Fountain, Bensheim – Kirchberg Hut, Bensheim loop from Bensheim

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Market Fountain, Bensheim – Kirchberg Hut, Bensheim loop from Bensheim

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Market Fountain, Bensheim – Kirchberg Hut, Bensheim loop from Bensheim

01:17

4.52km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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986 m

Mittelbrücke Over the Lauter in Bensheim

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The city walls of the old city and the suburbs once ran on both sides of the Winkelbach, each with its own defensive ring. On September 29, 1732, Michael's Day, …

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1.07 km

Market Fountain, Bensheim

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The market fountain was built in 1895 and is located on the market square in the southern Hessian town of Bensheim. At that time it served as a municipal water …

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1.10 km

Bensheim Market Square

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Bensheim is located on the western slope of the Odenwald, favored by the mild climate of the Bergstrasse. Spring starts earlier here! Discover the hustle and bustle in the beautiful …

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2.19 km

View of the Vineyards and City in Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald

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2.21 km

Vineyard Trail With Panoramic View of Bensheim and St. George's Church

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This vineyard educational trail runs through the vineyards above Bensheim. In addition to beautiful views of the city, you can also learn something about wine growing here.

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2.36 km

Kirchberg Hut, Bensheim

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The cottage on the Kirchberg was planned and built by several wealthy citizens of Bensheim. After its festive inauguration in 1857, it became a popular excursion destination of the distinguished …

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2.39 km

View of Bensheim Over the Vineyards

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Here you have an impressive panoramic view

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3.75 km

Family Center in a Half‑Timbered House, Bensheim

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Very nicely restored half-timbered house.

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4.52 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.78 km

1.24 km

877 m

575 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.26 km

1.88 km

167 m

115 m

106 m

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Sunday 18 October

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Comments

April 13, 2022,BENSHEIM. Kurze Runde mit weitem Panoramablick. 🌿🌳🍇

Bensheim is a cute little town on the Hessian Bergstrasse. The old town is nice to look at and there are many places to stop for refreshments, where there is something for everyone, from coffee to a menu.

But my personal highlight was the ascent to the "Kirchberghäuschen". A simple location with a great panoramic view over the vineyards and …

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