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      Bensheim trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Common trail features include jumps, berms and rollers. Popular destinations include Melibokus.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 12, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      14
      Trails Mountain Bike
      14
      Trails E-Bike
      14
      Trails Gravel Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      7
      Trails Trail Running
      7
      Total Distance
      8 miles
      Total Descent
      4,811 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,183 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,641 ft
      Reports
      42
      Photos
      8
      Completed Counter
      811

      Sub Regions

      Popular Bensheim Mountain Biking Trails

      • 75 ★ 5.0 • 4,849 ft • 35 ft • 73 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features berm, jump and roller coaster. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 1,706 ft • 0 ft • 51 •
      Vereinsstrecke des RTC Bergstrasse/Odenwald e.V.
      • 65 ★ 5.0 • 1,175 ft • 0 ft • 49 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features berm, roller coaster and wallride. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 40 ★ 3.4 • 1 mile • 62 ft • 47 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 0.0 • 1,801 ft • 0 ft • 42 •
      Vereinsstrecke des RTC Bergstrasse/Odenwald e.V.
      • 90 ★ 5.0 • 2,280 ft • 0 ft • 42 •
      Vereinsstrecke des RTC Bergstrasse/Odenwald e.V.
      • 80 ★ 0.0 • 1,778 ft • 0 ft • 36 •
      Vereinsstrecke des RTC Bergstrasse/Odenwald e.V.
      • 60 ★ 3.0 • 1 mile • 64 ft • 28 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today

      • 2 rides

      Yesterday

      • 0 rides
      Past Week
      • 6 rides

      Bensheim Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 5.0 • 20 miles • 3,835 ft • 1 •
      Zwischen Bergstraßen-Schlössern und Melibokus Vom Startpunkt in Alsbach führt die Strecke durch das...

      Photos of Bensheim Mountain Bike

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      Jan 8, 2024 @ 12:54pm
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      May 3, 2022 @ 5:18am
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      101 |
      Jan 3, 2024 @ 11:08pm
      Jan 3, 2024
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      53 |
      Oct 18, 2025 @ 11:45pm
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      Oct 18, 2025 @ 11:45pm
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      51 |
      Oct 18, 2025 @ 11:44pm
      Oct 18, 2025

      Videos of Bensheim Mountain Bike

      Schönberg-Trail
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      0:55 | 606 | Apr 13, 2020 , Bensheim
      Auerbacher-Schloss-Trail
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      0:54 | 766 | Apr 11, 2020 , Bensheim

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Sep 3, 2026 @ 4:21am
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      Recent Comments

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      KarlCWqyzatrailBalkhäuser BrückeLeider viele Tannen auf dem Weg, viel drüber...
      Apr 30, 2026 @ 7:10am
      Apr 30, 2026
      khakiflamereportMelibokus to ZwingenbergThis trail is lokated in Hessen. So what is...
      Feb 27, 2020 @ 3:56am
      Feb 27, 2020
      sp00n82reportMelibokus to ZwingenbergWelcome to Baden-Württemberg, where basically...
      Sep 1, 2018 @ 3:18pm
      Sep 1, 2018

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike148 miles4,810 ft6 miles1,184 ft
      #7,840#31744212,260
      E-Bike148 miles4,810 ft6 miles1,184 ft
      #5,348#1594411372
      Gravel Bike11 mile92 ft2,175 ft161 ft
      #6,741#470
      Hike75 miles3,051 ft4 miles1,184 ft
      #9,453#19133220
      Trail Running75 miles3,051 ft4 miles1,184 ft
      #9,003#183338

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Bensheim?
      Bensheim has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Bensheim?
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Bensheim?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Bensheim are:
      • June (19 activities)
      • July (16 activities)
      • May (16 activities)
      Check the Bensheim reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Bensheim?
      Check the Bensheim trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Bensheim?
      The longest trail in Bensheim is Melibokus to Zwingenberg at 1.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ How many trails are in Bensheim?
      Bensheim has a total of 14 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Bensheim to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Bensheim?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Bensheim is Auerbacher Schloss Trail with 64 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Bensheim?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Bensheim is Melibokus to Zwingenberg with 1,245 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Bensheim?
      Bensheim supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Bensheim?
      The overall region status for Bensheim is Clear / Green. Out of 9 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 9
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Bensheim?
      Yes, Bensheim supports e-bike riding. There are 7 trails in Bensheim that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Bensheim?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Bensheim are: View all mountain biking routes in Bensheim.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Bensheim?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Bensheim are:
      • AM (2 activities)
      Check the Bensheim activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Bensheim?
      The highest summit in Bensheim is Neunkircher Höhe at 2,024 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Bensheim?
      The most popular Strava segments in Bensheim are:
      • Auerbacher Schloß Trail (1,033 athletes)
      • Auerbacher Schloß DH (795 athletes)
      • Auerbach Schloss DH II (.)(.) (719 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Bensheim.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Bensheim?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Bensheim?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Bensheim are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Bensheim.
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