Best waterfall trails in Bayreuth

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

Top trails

#1 - Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 14: Bayreuth - Creußen
5.0 (5)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
This route is stage 14 of the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg, a long-distance trail in Bavaria; this specific segment starts in Bayreuth and ends in Creußen. The path leads from the historic festival city of Bayreuth, passing the Hermitage (Eremitage) court garden and the University Botanical Garden, heading south toward the source region of the Red Main. The itinerary traverses the scenic landscape of the "Little Switzerland" foothills, following quiet forest paths and meadow trails through the...
#2 - Bayreuth BT 3 cycle route
4.0 (2)·Moderate·24.5 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr
Bayreuth - Oberwaiz - Waldhütte - Jöslein - Altenplos - Heinersreuth

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest waterfall trail in Bayreuth?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Bayreuth is Bayreuth BT 3 cycle route. This trail is estimated to be 24.5 km long.

Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Bayreuth?

Bayreuth: With an ascent of 366 m, Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 14: Bayreuth - Creußen has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Bayreuth BT 3 cycle route with 362 m of elevation gain.