Best trails in Bad Kötzting
4.3(87 reviews)
Looking for the best walking trails in Bad Kötzting? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 21 picturesque trails in the Bad Kötzting area. Discover hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Venture outdoors and learn more about the area's historic sites or take a break from the hustle and bustle along the many tree-lined paths surrounding Bad Kötzting. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.5 (41)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrEntertaining circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park near Bad Kötzing. From the hiking car park in Reitenberg, the route leads via the Räuber Heigl cave to the Kötztinger Hütte. The serviced mountain hut with its magnificent viewing terrace is located in the Kaitersberg ridge on the Mittagstein (1,034 m). After a refreshment, you return via the Kreuzfelsen.
- 4.5 (12)·Hard·10.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic section of the Goldsteig north route in the Bavarian Forest, Bavaria. The twelfth stage of the Goldsteig: Nordroute leads from Schönbuchen via the Reitenberg to the Kötzinger Hütte. Here you can enjoy the fantastic panoramic views over the Zellertal valley and the Lamer Winkel. The route then continues along alpine rocky landscapes and wide wooded areas to the stage destination of Eck. Highlights: - Kaiterberg - Räuber-Heigl cave - Mittagsstein - Steinbühler Gesenke - Smoke tubes -...
- 4.7 (7)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. On cobbler's pony through the Kötztinger meadows. Passing below the imposing fortified church, you leave the town to the west along the course of the Weißer Regen (refreshment stop: Hex'nheis'l). Past the mill wheel of the river nature trail and romantic river meanders as well as across extensive meadows by the Herrenweiher pond, the trail first leads to a large field cross. From there, it follows a meadow path...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrOn the Fischerlweg around Weißenregen: Along the spa gardens and after crossing the bridge at the Roter Steg, you leave the town centre to the left downstream on the romantic Spatilleweg. The first stop is the Magdalenenkapelle chapel, where a small staircase leads down to the hidden Fatima grotto. The trail continues to the Regenstein, where the poet Maximilian Schmidt, known as the Waldschmidt, once lived in the "Waldfrieden" house. After a flat section parallel to the cycle path, the trail...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·16.4 km·Est. 5.5–6.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The Kneipp spa Bad Kötzting is the starting and finishing point of this beautiful circular hike. The first third of the hike is a little steeper uphill, but once you have reached the Kreuzfelsen, the rest of the route almost goes by itself. Highlights of the hike: - Bad Kötzting - Bockshornstein - Stop for refreshments at the Kötztinger Hütte - Cross rocks
- 3.8 (3)·Hard·16.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. This sporty hike near Bad Kötzting delights with quiet forest paths and some great views as far as the Zillertal. After a short run-in phase, the trail climbs almost constantly up to the highest point of the hike - the summit of the Mittagstein. On the Mittagstein there is a chapel in memory of war dead and a viewing rock. Highlights of the hike: - White Rain - Plattenstein (788 metres above sea level) -...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular nature trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The planet trail illustrates the dimensions of our solar system. The distance of 4.5 billion kilometres from the sun to the most distant planet, Neptune, is scaled down to a hiking route of 3.5 kilometres. It is a further 800 metres to the minor planet Pluto at the entrance to the Wettzell Geodetic Observatory. The planetary trail begins in the spa gardens of Bad Kötzting with the sun, where the rocky planets Mercury,...
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Bad Kötzting?
There are plenty of things to do on Bad Kötzting's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 19 hiking trails, 6 trail running trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Bad Kötzting?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Bad Kötzting is Zellertal Radweg. This trail is estimated to be 30.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Bad Kötzting?
Bad Kötzting: With an ascent of 1,850 m, Kaitersberg-Arber-Hochtour has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is 12 thousand-meter mountains along the Goldsteig with 1,524 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Bad Kötzting?
The most popular and difficult trail in Bad Kötzting is Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 12: Schönbuchen to Eck with a 4.5-star rating from 12 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Bad Kötzting?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 camping trails in Bad Kötzting and the most popular is Loop trail Sperlhammer (Bk01) with an average 4.7 star rating from 7 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Bad Kötzting?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 running trails in Bad Kötzting and the most popular is Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 12: Schönbuchen to Eck with an average 4.5 star rating from 12 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Bad Kötzting?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Bad Kötzting which is Zellertal Radweg with an average 0.0 star rating from 0 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Bad Kötzting?
Yes, there are 13 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Bad Kötzting, including Zum Kaitersberg ab Reitenberg, Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 12: Schönbuchen to Eck, 12 thousand-meter mountains along the Goldsteig, Bad Kötzting - Eck and Bad Kötzting - Arndorf - Reitenberg.
Are there any trails with rivers in Bad Kötzting?
Yes, there are 2 trails with rivers in Bad Kötzting, including Fischerlweg 1 and Fischerlweg 2.
Are there any trails with caves in Bad Kötzting?
Yes, there are 7 trails with caves in Bad Kötzting, including Zum Kaitersberg ab Reitenberg, Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 12: Schönbuchen to Eck, 12 thousand-meter mountains along the Goldsteig, Bad Kötzting - Eck and Bad Koetzting via Plattenstein, Kreuzfelsen and Mittagstein.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Bad Kötzting?
Yes, there are 15 trails with scenic viewpoints in Bad Kötzting, including Zum Kaitersberg ab Reitenberg, Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 12: Schönbuchen to Eck, 12 thousand-meter mountains along the Goldsteig, Bad Kötzting - Eck and Fischerlweg 1.
Are there any trails with springs in Bad Kötzting?
Yes, there are 2 trails with springs in Bad Kötzting, including Bad Kötzting - Arndorf - Reitenberg and Loop trail around Steinbuehl (Bk06).
