Best lake trails in Falkenstein
4.4(20 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake trails near Falkenstein 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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- 4.3 (11)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrFrom the overview board in the car park at the entrance to Rettenbach, head north. Then cross the main road (watch out for busy roads!) and walk past Grubmühle to the Postfelden reservoir and then towards Postfelden. Pass a small car park for hikers with an overview board and walk straight ahead along a short section of the small road before turning right to Höllbachhof, which is located directly at the entrance to the "Hölle" (nature reserve). Walk along the roaring Höllbach stream to...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. You start the hike at the overview board in the car park at the entrance to Rettenbach (coming from the main road). From here you walk a little way through the village towards Ruderszell along the state road. At Ruderzell, turn right and walk through the forest to the Tannerl Chapel. From there, continue towards the reservoir and then back to Rettenbach. Highlights of the hike: - St Laurentius parish church -...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·30.9 km·Est. 8.5–9 hrVaried stage of the long-distance hiking trail "Goldsteig", Bavaria. The stage starts at the pavilion between the hiking car park and Falkenstein. First a relaxing section of the trail to the Tannerl pilgrimage chapel in a tranquil forest clearing, then around the Postfelden lake - and then the highlight of today's tour begins: the Hölle nature reserve. After the quaintly carved signpost "Zur Hölle" (To Hell), you follow an approx. 4 km long, unspoilt route along the Höllbach stream, an...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The starting point for this hike is the overview board at the car park at the entrance to Rettenbach. The trail follows the same route as hiking trail 151 as far as the Tannerl Chapel. 250 metres before the Tannerl Chapel, turn right towards Holzmühle. Keep right after the pond in Holzmühle, past the Rettenbach reservoir, via Ebersroith and Langau back to Rettenbach. Highlights of the hike: - Pond in Holzmühle -...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From the overview board in the centre of Falkenstein, you walk along the Parkweg and smaller forest paths to the Tiergartenweg and Zeller Straße. The markings lead you in the direction of Handelsberg and Hundessen. After the hamlet, the path leads briefly downhill and then climbs up to Semmelberg. You walk back to Falkenstein via Grubhof and Breitenbach. Highlights of the hike: - Falkenstein - Death boards near...
- Moderate·14.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From the overview board in the centre of Falkenstein, you walk along the Parkweg and smaller forest paths to Tiergartenweg and Zeller Straße. The hiking trail then branches off to the Lauberberg with its sacrificial stones. The route continues along the Goldsteig to Marienstein. A refreshment stop is possible there. The way back leads via Aichhof, Birkenau, Bielhof and Winkling and from there back to...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Falkenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Falkenstein is Falkenstein-Radweg. This trail is estimated to be 40.2 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Falkenstein?
Falkenstein: With an ascent of 778 m, Goldsteig Suedroute Stage 12: Falkenstein - Wiesenfelden has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Falkenstein-Radweg with 529 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Falkenstein?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Falkenstein is Goldsteig Suedroute Stage 12: Falkenstein - Wiesenfelden with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.