Best forest trails in Goldkronach
3.9(12 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Goldkronach 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
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·51 km·Est. 15–16.5 hrAt first, the route climbs leisurely along a tarmac road, then continues along gravel paths. Don't miss the turn-off to the right onto the beautiful single trail (one of the 2 or 3 highlights of the tour). Then up to the Ochsenkopf. There is also a nice MTB downhill test here (incl. lift). This route leads down the other side of the hill into the Main valley. This descent is quite challenging and interesting, at least at the beginning. The path consists of many stone steps that you can...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is stage 13 of the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg, a long-distance trail in Bavaria; this specific segment starts in Goldkronach and ends in Bayreuth. The path leads from the historic gold-mining town of Goldkronach, located at the foot of the Fichtel Mountains, and heads toward the famous Wagnerian festival city. The itinerary follows the courses of the Kornbach and Seelohbach streams, passing through Untersteinach and traversing the scenic "Steinachtal mit Deichselhölzchen" nature...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park, Bavaria. From Nemmersdorf, you walk in the direction of the Sauberg. At Sommerleithen, you leave the forest and walk through open fields back to the starting point of the hike. Also suitable for families. Highlights of the hike: - Nemmersdorf - Friedrichslohe - Extensive field landscapes
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail near Goldkronach, Bavaria. The St. Jobst Trail is a relaxed circular route that runs through the fields between Nemmersdorf and Dressendorf and is signposted with a white St. Jobst on a brown background. Today, the only reminder of the former St Jobst monastery is a memorial between Allersdorf and Dressendorf. There is little shade on this circular trail, which is why the route should be undertaken in the cooler morning and evening hours during the summer...
- 1.0 (1)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrEntertaining hiking route around Goldkronach in the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park. From Bachgasse in Goldkronach, the hiking trail first leads past the cemetery up to Leisauer Berg with beautiful views. It then leads back to the starting point via the Kottesreuth ponds, the bathing lake and the windmill pond. --- Accessible by bus and train There are places to stop for refreshments
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Goldkronach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Goldkronach is Goldkronach - Ochsenkopf - Schneeberg. This trail is estimated to be 51.0 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Goldkronach?
Goldkronach: With an ascent of 1,702 m, Goldkronach - Ochsenkopf - Schneeberg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Ochsenkopf and Schneeberg from Goldkronach with 1,663 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Goldkronach?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Goldkronach is Goldkronach - Ochsenkopf - Schneeberg with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.