Best lake trails in Gräfenberg

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Explore the most popular lake trails near Gräfenberg 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

#1 - Hohenschwaerz to the Burgstein
4.8 (3)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Popular circular hike in the Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park, Bavaria. Idyllic fields and meadows, interspersed with small villages and woodland characterise this hike in Franconian Switzerland. A cultural and historical highlight of the circular walk is the ruins of Thuisburg Castle. First mentioned in 1348, the castle is now privately owned. Highlights of the hike: - Thuisbrunnen castle ruins - Castle stone - Haidhof - Hohenschwärz
#2 - Gräfenberg – Großenohe – Trubachtal – Thuisbrunn - Hohenschwärz
5.0 (2)·Hard·20.8 km·Est. 5.5–6 hr
Varied circular tour in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park, Bavaria. The tour starts in Gräfenberg, where you can easily arrive and depart by train. Via Großenohe and Hammerbühl, the route follows the Trubach valley to Egloffstein. Here you can explore the town and find a place to stop for refreshments. You return to the starting point via Thuisbrunn and Gräfenbergerhüll. Highlights: - Egloffstein baroque garden - Egloffstein Castle near the route - Egloffstein rock cellar near the route

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest lake trail in Gräfenberg?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Gräfenberg is Gräfenberg – Großenohe – Trubachtal – Thuisbrunn - Hohenschwärz. This trail is estimated to be 20.8 km long.

Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Gräfenberg?

Gräfenberg: With an ascent of 426 m, Gräfenberg – Großenohe – Trubachtal – Thuisbrunn - Hohenschwärz has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Hohenschwaerz to the Burgstein with 207 m of elevation gain.