Best trails in Forchheim
4.2(29 reviews)
Looking for the best walking trails in Forchheim? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 21 picturesque trails in the Forchheim area. Discover hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Venture outdoors and learn more about the area's historic sites or take a break from the hustle and bustle along the many tree-lined paths surrounding Forchheim. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.7 (9)·Hard·16.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular circular hike from Forchheim in the Franconian Switzerland - Franconian Jura Nature Park. The hiking trail leads once around Forchheim Kellerwald and Rettern and offers great views from the Retterner Kanzel castle and the Walberla vantage point. ------------------------------------------ Accessible by bus and train
- 4.6 (5)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in Serlbach near Forchheim, Bavaria. This beautiful tour can be started at the Fürstenweg car park. On field and forest paths in the north-western section, you will also pass a charming stream with a hut, which is perfect for a break. Highlights of the hike: - Örtelberg - Serlbach stream - Heidhügel - Bammersdorf
- 3.3 (3)·Hard·17.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried circular hike near Forchheim in the Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park. The circular trail leads from Forchheim's Kellerwald forest to Warbela, where there are beautiful views of Franconian Switzerland and several caves to discover. You then walk back along the Wiesent and over the Kellerberg. --------------------- Accessible by bus and train
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·34.9 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrPopular bike tour in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. The circular cycle route FO9 starts at the Forchheim train station and runs through Kirchehrenbach, Poppendorf and Wiesenthau, among other places. Overall, the bike tour is wonderfully relaxed, but there is one exception: between Poppendorf and Hundshaupten there is a longer uphill section. Once you have completed this ascent, you can relax with a visit to the Hundshaupten wildlife park. Cycle circular route 9...
- 3.3 (2)·Moderate·80.5 km·Est. 18.5–20.5 hr17th section of the official long-distance cycle route through Germany from the Baltic Sea to Upper Bavaria (D-Route 11) The D-Route D11 (Baltic Sea to Upper Bavaria) runs along the entire route from Rostock to Freilassing in Bavaria. The route is generally on tarmac roads with little traffic. The long-distance cycle route is partially signposted with the D11 logo (half a wheel and "11" on a red background), but in some cases only local cycle paths are signposted.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Forchheim?
There are plenty of things to do on Forchheim's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 14 hiking trails, 6 trail running trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Forchheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Forchheim is Rangau-Randweg Fernwanderweg. This trail is estimated to be 165.4 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Forchheim?
Forchheim: With an ascent of 3,374 m, Rangau-Randweg Fernwanderweg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Ostsee - Oberbayern (D-Route 11) Etappe 17: Forchheim - Hilpoltstein with 1,241 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Forchheim?
The most popular and difficult trail in Forchheim is Forchheim - Retterner Kanzel with a 4.7-star rating from 9 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Forchheim?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 camping trails in Forchheim and the most popular is Burk nach Lunzkeller with an average 4.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Forchheim?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 running trails in Forchheim and the most popular is Waldlehrpfad Serlbach with an average 4.6 star rating from 5 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Forchheim?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 biking trails in Forchheim and the most popular is Von Burk nach Willersdorf with an average 5.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
Are there any trails with waterfalls in Forchheim?
Yes, there are 2 trails with waterfalls in Forchheim, including FO4 Radrundweg and Hetzleser Mountain Tour (FO 5).
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Forchheim?
Yes, there are 13 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Forchheim, including Forchheim - Retterner Kanzel, Waldlehrpfad Serlbach, Von Forchheim zum Warbela, Bicycle loop trail 9 Forchheim (FO9) and Forchheim - Kreuzberg.
Are there any trails with springs in Forchheim?
Yes, there are 6 trails with springs in Forchheim, including Von Burk nach Willersdorf, Forchheim - Kreuzberg, Rundtour Burker Wald, Forchheim - Eggolsheim - Heiligenstadt i.OFr. - Ebermannstadt and Hetzleser Mountain Tour (FO 5).
Are there any trails with castles in Forchheim?
Yes, there are 7 trails with castles in Forchheim, including Von Forchheim zum Warbela, Bicycle loop trail 9 Forchheim (FO9), Burk nach Lunzkeller, FO4 Radrundweg and Forchheim - Eggolsheim - Heiligenstadt i.OFr. - Ebermannstadt.
Are there any trails with rivers in Forchheim?
Yes, there are 5 trails with rivers in Forchheim, including Von Forchheim zum Warbela, Bicycle loop trail 9 Forchheim (FO9), FO4 Radrundweg, Forchheim - Eggolsheim - Heiligenstadt i.OFr. - Ebermannstadt and Forchheim: FO13 Loop cycle path.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Forchheim?
Yes, there are 4 trails with archaeological sites in Forchheim, including Von Forchheim zum Warbela, Forchheim - Kreuzberg, Forchheim - Eggolsheim - Heiligenstadt i.OFr. - Ebermannstadt and Jubiläumsweg 1914.
Are there any trails with ponds in Forchheim?
Yes, there is one trail with a pond in Forchheim: FO4 Radrundweg.
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- Caravan Club Forchheim
- Kupfer-Keller
- Saltorturm
- Schwedengraben
- Barockgarten des Landratsamtes Forchheim
- Marienkapelle
- Martinskirche
- Kaiserpfalz
- Nürnberger-Tor-Keller
- Nürnberger Tor
- Neder-Keller
- Regnitz-Altwasser
- Kellerberg
- Fäßla-Keller
- Löwenbräu-Keller
- Ochsenklavier
- Brunnen bei Sechs Eichen
- Teufelsbrunnen
- Wiesent-Werkkanal
- Örtlbergweiher