Hintere Dick-Eisenbolz is a nature reserve above Boppard, in Rhineland-Palatinate, where a circular hiking route crosses the hillside and Eisenbolz. The Traumschleife Marienberg combines the reserve with Rhine-facing views and a route through former vineyards and orchards.
At a glance
- Location: Boppard, in the Rhein-Hunsrück district.
- Route: Traumschleife Marienberg, a 12.1 km circular hike.
- Route duration: 3 hours 55 minutes.
- Starting point: Parkdeck Marienberg; the route description gives Marienberger Straße for navigation.
Where Hintere Dick-Eisenbolz is
Hintere Dick-Eisenbolz is a nature reserve in Boppard, in the Rhein-Hunsrück district of Rhineland-Palatinate. The reserve was established by regulation dated 26 March 1998.
The reserve and Eisenbolz hill sit along the Traumschleife Marienberg. The trail starts at Parkdeck Marienberg, with Marienberger Straße as the navigation address. Boppard Hauptbahnhof provides public-transport access, and Parkdeck Marienberg has parking. Nearby, Boppard’s historic centre offers a town visit to pair with the hike.
What the viewpoint looks out over
The Marienberg route offers views toward the Rhine along Eisenbolz. It crosses the hill below the ridge, through disused vineyards and orchards, combining hillside scenery with river outlooks.
Two named landmarks on the route are the Thonet-Tempel and Baedekers Ruh. The Thonet-Tempel was erected by Michael Thonet’s sons in 1879 in his honour. The Royal Chair also offers views above Boppard.
How do you get from Boppard to a suitable route?
The Traumschleife Marienberg is a circular hiking trail with 455 m ascent and 355 m descent. From Parkdeck Marienberg, it passes the Buchenauer Brunnenanlage before entering the Hintere Dick nature reserve, then crosses Eisenbolz below the ridge.
A separate trail access point is at the parking area on K118, also called Rheingoldweg, southeast of Boppard-Buchenau, directly beside the Marienberg trail.
What should you know about trail conditions?
The Marienberg route is a hiking trail. It takes 3 hours 55 minutes, and there is an opportunity to stop for refreshments.
Refreshments are available near the start and finish in central Boppard, making it easy to include town stops in a one-day Boppard itinerary. For current route information, check the official site before you go.
How can you combine the walk with a town visit?
The route begins and ends in Boppard, so you can pair the hike with time in the town centre. Refreshments are available near the route’s start and finish.
Residence Bellevue is about a 65-minute walk from Hintere Dick-Eisenbolz; browse this property in Boppard for a visit to the reserve.
FAQs
Is Hintere Dick-Eisenbolz a nature reserve?
Yes. It is a nature reserve in Boppard, in Rhineland-Palatinate.
Can you reach the trail by public transport?
The route listing names Boppard Hauptbahnhof as public-transport access.
Does the route include views of the Rhine?
Yes. The route description identifies views toward the Rhine along Eisenbolz.
Are refreshments available along the route?
Refreshments are available near the start and finish in central Boppard.