Best backpacking trails in Bamberg

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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Bamberg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

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#1 - Main River Cycle Path Stage 3: Bamberg - Schweinfurt
4.3 (9)·Moderate·58.9 km·Est. 13.5–14.5 hr
3rd day stage from Bamberg to Schweinfurt on the popular long-distance Main River Cycle Path in central Germany The "Mainradweg" is an official long-distance cycle route of numerous German tourism organisations and runs through the federal states of Bavaria and Rhineland-Palatinate. The signage consists of a grey and green square with the inscription "mainradweg". There are numerous opportunities to stroll and stop for refreshments in the towns. The Main River Cycle Path can be cycled as a...
#2 - Burgenstraßen-Radweg Etappe 6: Bamberg - Coburg
5.0 (1)·Hard·101.2 km·Est. 24 hr+
Stage 6 of the Castle Road Cycle Route. Stage 6 of the long-distance cycle route begins in the historic yet lively UNESCO World Heritage city of Bamberg, leads over the hills of the Haßberge Nature Park and ends in Coburg with the impressive Veste Coburg fortress. Highlights: - Bamberg - Hassberge Nature Park - View from the Veste Heldburg - German Castle Museum
#3 - Fernwanderweg Steigerwaelder Jakobsweg Bamberg-Uffenheim
Hard·83.4 km·Est. 21–23 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest backpacking trail in Bamberg?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Bamberg is Burgenstraßen-Radweg Etappe 6: Bamberg - Coburg. This trail is estimated to be 101.2 km long.

Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Bamberg?

Bamberg: With an ascent of 1,799 m, Burgenstraßen-Radweg Etappe 6: Bamberg - Coburg has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Fernwanderweg Steigerwaelder Jakobsweg Bamberg-Uffenheim with 1,722 m of elevation gain.