Melibokus
Mountain Forest-covered hill in Hesse offering panoramic views
A wooded summit on the Bergstraße, Melibokus draws hikers and mountain-bikers along beech trails to an observation point overlooking the Rhine valley and Odenwald hills.
Melibokus is a forested hill in the state of Hesse, Germany, forming a prominent high point on the Bergstraße in the Odenwald region.
The hill reaches an elevation of roughly 517 metres and is a popular local destination for hiking and panoramic views across the Rhine valley and surrounding countryside. Trails and paths lead to the summit from several nearby towns.
Historically the hill has been known by the name Melibokus in regional and literary sources; it has long been used for forestry, recreation and as a landscape landmark.
Melibokus lies in southern Hesse near the towns of Zwingenberg and Auerbach, within the Odenwald low mountain range and overlooking parts of the Rhine plain to the west.
- Elevation and viewpoint: Highest point on the Bergstraße in the Odenwald with an elevation of about 517 metres, offering broad views over the Rhine plain on clear days.
- Recreation: Well served by marked hiking trails and accessible from nearby towns such as Zwingenberg and Auerbach, popular for day walks year-round.
How to Get to Melibokus #
By car: roughly 20-30 minutes from Darmstadt via L3108/B3 toward Zwingenberg/Auerbach. Public transport: Regional trains to Zwingenberg or Auerbach, then a 30-60 minute walk or local bus to trailheads depending on season.
Tips for Visiting Melibokus #
- If driving from Darmstadt or Heidelberg, take the B3 and park in Zwingenberg or Auerbach; the Melibokuswarte trailhead is well signed.
- Early morning yields the clearest views and fewer cyclists on the summit road.
- Bring a windproof layer - the summit can be surprisingly exposed even in summer.
Best Time to Visit Melibokus #
Accessible year-round; best on clear days for views across the Rhine rift and Odenwald hills.
Weather & Climate near Melibokus #
Melibokus's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (993 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain.
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