Best backpacking trails in Hersbruck

3.4(6 reviews)

Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Hersbruck 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 - Frankenweg: Hersbruck to Schnaittach
3.8 (5)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
Varied hike in the Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park, Bavaria. The starting point of this hike on the famous Franconian Trail is near the Michaelsberg in Hersbruck. The route includes several peaks from which you can enjoy fantastic views over Franconian Switzerland. A few kilometres before Schnaittach, you reach the mighty Rothenberg fortress. Today's ruins were built in 1315, after the Celts had already settled around the Rothenberg many centuries earlier. Highlights of...
#2 - Frankenweg Stage 15: Hersbruck - Altdorf near Nuremberg
3.0 (1)·Hard·21.1 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr
Varied route section in Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria On the 15th stage of the Franconian Trail, you walk through lush forests, across lush meadows and flowering fields to Altdorf near Nuremberg. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Ruins of the Engelthal Dominican convent - Ruins of the chapel of St Willibald Engelthal - Parish church of St John the Baptist

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest backpacking trail in Hersbruck?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Hersbruck is Frankenweg Stage 15: Hersbruck - Altdorf near Nuremberg. This trail is estimated to be 21.1 km long.

Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Hersbruck?

Hersbruck: With an ascent of 643 m, Frankenweg Stage 15: Hersbruck - Altdorf near Nuremberg has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Frankenweg: Hersbruck to Schnaittach with 577 m of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Hersbruck?

The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Hersbruck is Frankenweg Stage 15: Hersbruck - Altdorf near Nuremberg with a 3.0-star rating from 1 reviews.