Best camping trails in Erlangen

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Explore the most popular camping trails near Erlangen 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 - Radtour: Erlangen - Dechsendorf - Stiebarlimbach
4.8 (7)·Easy·56.6 km·Est. 13.5–14.5 hr
Scenic cycle tour in Bavarian Middle Franconia around Erlangen. The cycle tour leads along cycle paths and quiet side roads from the Erlangen district of "In der Reuth" via Dechsendorf and Adelsdorf to Stiebarlimbach, where there is a rustic rest stop in Roppelt's Keller. You return to Erlangen along the Main-Danube Canal. This is a tour suitable for beginners with few ascents and easy paths. ---- Accessible by bus and train
#2 - MTB: Dechsendorf - Neuhaus - Felsenkeller
4.6 (5)·Easy·26.7 km·Est. 7–7.5 hr
Entertaining mountain bike tour to the lakes in the east of Erlangen. The short but varied MTB tour starts at Dummetsweiher in the Erlangen district of "In der Reuth" and leads through forests, Franconian villages, numerous lakes and ponds. Halfway along the route, you can also stop for refreshments at the Neuhäuser "Felsenkeller". ---- Accessible by bus and train

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest camping trail in Erlangen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest camping trail in Erlangen is Radtour: Erlangen - Dechsendorf - Stiebarlimbach. This trail is estimated to be 56.6 km long.

Which camping trail has the most elevation gain in Erlangen?

Erlangen: With an ascent of 900 m, Radtour: Erlangen - Dechsendorf - Stiebarlimbach has the most elevation gain of all of the camping trails in the area. The next highest ascent for camping trails is MTB: Dechsendorf - Neuhaus - Felsenkeller with 521 m of elevation gain.