Best forest trails in Geroldsgrün
3.7(59 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Geroldsgrün 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
- 4.1 (12)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in Bad Steben, Bavaria. In Bad Steben, you start from the railway station and walk through the idyllic village for a while before heading into the upper spa gardens, where you can enjoy beautiful views. Highlights of the tour: - Accessible by train/bus - Spa gardens with rose garden - Upper spa gardens - St John's Church - Soap pond & Seifenbach stream
- 4.4 (5)·Hard·16.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrChallenging circular hiking trail in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The 12 Apostles Trail promises a varied hike that is a wonderful way to find peace and quiet. The route leads through the Ölsnitz valley, dense forest and sun-drenched plateau. The circular trail owes its name to a group of 12 seemingly carefully placed diabase stones, the origin and meaning of which is still unclear to this day. Highlights of the hike: - Geroldsgrün fortified church - Quiet hiking trails - "12...
- 4.1 (3)·Moderate·4.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria From Silberstein, the trail leads around Dürrenwaid and Dürrenwaiderhammer, both located in the Olsnitz Valley. From the trail, there are always wonderful views of the valley, especially in summer when you can enjoy the shady forests. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Nürnberger Ruh near the route
- 3.5 (3)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. This 8-kilometre loop takes you through the forest south of Silberstein. You walk past the Max Marien spring in Langenau, follow the Langenaubach stream for a while and pass some beautiful viewpoints. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Silberstein - idyllic forest
- 3.7 (2)·Easy·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The Kohlstatt-Weg DÖ98 runs on varied paths around the Hahnenkamm near Silberstein. Among other things, you pass the former Kohlstatt and the last active slate mine in the entire Franconian Forest. Sturdy shoes are recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Hahnenkamm - Rest at the slate table - former Kohlstatt
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Geroldgrün is the starting and finishing point for this beautiful circular hiking trail on the Franconian Forest plateau. The route enchants with plenty of variety - it passes through forests, meadows and open fields. The Seifengrund is also located along the route and is still a vivid reminder of the mining days when ore was extracted here. Highlights of the hike: - Rest area at the Seifenbach stream - historic...
- 3.2 (7)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrWonderful circular hike in the Franconian Forest, Bavaria. You start in Steinbach near Geroldsgrün and walk in the direction of Friedelhöhe. The route mostly leads across sunny fields and meadows, rarely through shady sections of forest. From the small village of Obersteben, you then follow the Alter Steinbacher Weg back to the starting point.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Geroldsgrün?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Geroldsgrün is Steinbach - Lichtenberg - Bad Steben. This trail is estimated to be 20.8 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Geroldsgrün?
Geroldsgrün: With an ascent of 462 m, Frankenwald-Steigla 12 Apostle Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Steinbach - Lichtenberg - Bad Steben with 363 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Geroldsgrün?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Geroldsgrün is Frankenwald-Steigla 12 Apostle Trail with a 4.4-star rating from 5 reviews.