Best forest trails in Bodenmais
4.6(263 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Bodenmais 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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- 4.5 (145)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular route to the Riesloch waterfalls in the Bavarian Forest. This excellent hike begins at the Riesloch Falls hiking car park and leads the Riesbach folden steadily uphill past the Untere Wasserstube until you finally reach the famous Riesloch Falls. After enjoying this natural spectacle to the total, return on the Arberhochstrasse until the circuit closes again at the starting point. The second part of the hike is designed as a relaxed descent. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 4.6 (37)·Easy·2.3 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrSpectacular tour near Bodenmais in the Bavarian Forest. This short walk leads to the "Hochfall" natural monument, which consists of a 1 km long, largely untouched flow section of the Moosbach. This piece has been a natural monument since 1965, which can be explored from a small bridge that leads across the stream. Highlights of the hike: - family-friendly - Waterfall
- 4.8 (24)·Hard·6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hiking trail in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Access trail no. 18 meets the Goldsteig long-distance hiking trail at the Kleiner Arber. You start at the railway station in Bodenmais. The scenic highlight is the Riesloch nature reserve, which is famous for its waterfalls. Highlights of the hike: - Riesloch Falls - Riesloch nature reserve - Cham hut - Little Arber
- 4.9 (12)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe route begins at the Klause trail entrance and leads explorers deep into the rugged wilderness surrounding the Riesloch gorge. Dense woodland surrounds the trail as it follows the tumbling mountain streams toward the iconic waterfalls. After the steady incline along the water, the trail reaches the quiet clearing at Schweiklruhe, offering expansive views of the surrounding hills, valleys, and distant mountain summits. The path then transitions onto the broader Arberhochstraße, providing a...
- 4.7 (5)·Hard·16.7 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular hike in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Hiking trail 1 of the Bavarian Forest Nature Park starts in Bodenmais. From here, you hike via Mittagsplatzl to the Großer Arber, the highest mountain in the Bavarian Forest. If you want to stop for a bite to eat, continue along the Arberweg to the Eisensteiner Hütte (open daily from 10 am to 4 pm). Highlights of the hike: - Bodenmais - Lunch spot - Großer Arber (1456 metres above sea level) - Nature reserve Großer Arber and...
- 3.9 (8)·Moderate·16.7 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular hike in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Hike up to the highest mountain in the Upper Palatinate on this route starting in Bodenmais. You don't need to worry about getting lost here: The route follows the well-maintained Chamer Hüttenweg trail almost all the way. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Kleiner Arber (1383 metres above sea level) - Panoramic views over the Bavarian Forest and the Zellertal valley - Mountain hut "Chamer Hütte
- 4.5 (3)·Hard·18.7 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis trail leads through the dense, mountain forests of the Bavarian Forest National Park, climbing from the glassmaking town of Bodenmais toward the summit of the Großer Arber, known as the "King of the Bavarian Forest." Shaded paths guide hikers through the protected Riesloch Nature Reserve, where mountain streams cascade over granite rocks to form the impressive Riesloch Waterfalls. Continuing past ancient mountain pastures known as Schachten, the route ascends through spruce and beech...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Bodenmais?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Bodenmais is Skadi Loppet - Bodenmais 2015. This trail is estimated to be 41.7 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Bodenmais?
Bodenmais: With an ascent of 1,623 m, Über den 12-Tausendergipfel has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Great Arber Loop with 1,214 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Bodenmais?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Bodenmais is Goldsteig Access No. 18: Bodenmais - Kleiner Arber with a 4.8-star rating from 24 reviews.
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- Untere Wasserstube
- Rißlochfälle
- Mittagsplatzl
- Hirtenhütte
- Schutzhütte am Seesteig
- Kleiner Arber
- Schweiklruh
- Hochfall
- Arberhütte
- Silberberg
- Hochzellberg
- Sommerrodelbahn
- Silberbergwerk
- Obere Wasserstube
- Hoher Steinriegel
- Aussichtsplattform des roten Pfads der Ameisenstraße
- Chamer Hütte
- Kühberg
- Langlaufzentrum Bretterschachten
- Sonnenfels