Best forest trails in Ebermannstadt
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- 4.4 (8)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe hiking sign is a blue diamond on a white background. There are wonderful views of Ebermannstadt, the Wiesenttal valley, the Leinleitertal valley and historic castles along the way. The 14th century St Mary's Chapel is well worth a visit; it has baroque elements from the 17th century and sculptures of St John the Baptist.
- 4.9 (7)·Hard·42.5 kmThe route profile of the Franconian Switzerland Marathon is relatively flat and runs entirely on the car-free B 470 through the heart of wild and romantic Franconian Switzerland - from Walberla to Neideck: First, the route heads from Ebermannstadt towards Forchheim to the first junction to Weilersbach. There you make the first turn and return to Ebermannstadt. After passing the 10km mats in Ebermannstadt, the runners follow the B 470 to the next turning point between Muggendorf and...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·21.1 kmOfficial course of the Franconian Switzerland Half Marathon, Bavaria. This is the official course of the Franconian Switzerland Half Marathon. The half marathon starts at Breitenbacher Straße. It starts in Ebermannstadt in the direction of Forchheim where the route follows the B 470 until the junction to Weilersbach. The first turnaround takes place there and the route heads back to Ebermannstadt. After passing the 10km mats in Ebermannstadt, the route follows the B 470 until another...
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·20.8 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrVaried circular hike from Ebermannstadt in Franconian Switzerland. Highlights of the hike: - Waller - Sugar Loaf - Neideck castle ruins - Bing Cave - Hummerstein and Druidenstein - Refreshments available at the "Bad-Gaststätte" in Streitberg (very cosy beer garden and small restaurant) -------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train
- 3.7 (5)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrHistorical circular hike in the Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park This beautiful circular route leads from Ebermannstadt via Birkenreuth to the Neideck caves and the ruins of Neideck Castle. There are benches here where you can enjoy a snack and a viewpoint with a magnificent view of the ruins and the Wiesenttal valley. ------ Accessible by bus and train
- 3.3 (4)·Easy·4.2 kmAs part of the Franconian Switzerland Marathon, a hobby run - the "1/10 Marathon" - is organised every year on Saturday with a length of 4.2 km. With this varied and completely flat course, this offer is designed especially for pupils in classes A and B, young people and adult hobby and fitness runners for whom the 10 km course on Sunday is too long. The entry fee is 5.00 euros. Sparkasse Forchheim will pay the entry fee for children and young people. You are welcome to jog, walk and/or hike....
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Ebermannstadt?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Ebermannstadt is LOWA Ultratrail Fraenkische Schweiz ULTRATRAIL 66km 2025/26. This trail is estimated to be 67.9 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Ebermannstadt?
Ebermannstadt: With an ascent of 2,608 m, LOWA Ultratrail Fraenkische Schweiz ULTRATRAIL 66km 2025/26 has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Maintal-Leinleitertal-Radweg with 973 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Ebermannstadt?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Ebermannstadt is Fränkische Schweiz-Marathon with a 4.9-star rating from 7 reviews.
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