Best trail running trails in Forchheim

4.1(14 reviews)

Explore the most popular trail running trails near Forchheim 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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#1 - Waldlehrpfad Serlbach
4.6 (5)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Family-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
#2 - Von Forchheim zum Warbela
3.3 (3)·Hard·17.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
Varied 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
#3 - Von Burk nach Willersdorf
5.0 (1)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
#4 - Forchheim - Kreuzberg
5.0 (2)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
[LOC 34941] Destination hiking trail: Burk - Rotes Knöcklein - Hallerndorf
#5 - Forchheim Walking-Fitness Route
2.6 (3)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Forchheimer Kellerwald walking trail Accessible by bus and train. There are places to stop for refreshments.
#6 - Forchheim to Heiligenstadt i.OFr.
Hard·24.3 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
Panoramic hike in the Franconian Switzerland - Franconian Jura Nature Park, Bavaria. Not only because of the distance, but also in terms of the metres in altitude to be covered, this tour is not entirely relaxed. The climb to Retterner Kanzel in particular is quite steep. However, the effort is rewarded with unforgettable views over the Wiesenttal valley and the Regnitz valley. Highlights of the hike: - Retterner Kanzel - Great panoramic views - Heiligenstadt i.Ofr.
#7 - Rundtour Burker Wald
Hard·26.6 km·Est. 7.5–8 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest running trail in Forchheim?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Forchheim is Rundtour Burker Wald. This trail is estimated to be 26.6 km long.

Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Forchheim?

Forchheim: With an ascent of 751 m, Rundtour Burker Wald has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Forchheim to Heiligenstadt i.OFr. with 614 m of elevation gain.