Best river trails in Oberelsbach
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Explore the most popular river trails near Oberelsbach 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 (8)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried circular route in the Rhön biosphere reserve, Bavaria. The circular route starts at the basalt lake and leads across meadows and forests via the Gangolfsberg to the Thüringer Hütte. There homemade Franconian specialities and refreshments can be enjoyed. The route back through the forest is quite leisurely. Highlights: - Basalt lake - Gangolfsberg - Thuringian hut
- 4.8 (10)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park, Bavaria. A beautiful circular hike that leads mainly through the forest. You hike through the Gangolfsberg nature reserve to the Thüringer Hütte, the highest beer garden in the municipality of Ostheim v. d. Rhön. Highlights of the hike: - Devil's cellar - Gangolfsberg - Stop off at the Thüringer Hütte - Gretenrain and Lichtenstein nature reserve
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·59.1 km·Est. 18–20 hrVaried cycle tour in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park, Bavaria. This tour can be started in Sondernau or Wüstensachsen, for example. Several nature reserves, including the Stirnberg nature reserve near Wüstensachsen and the Lange Rhön nature reserve, line the route. Highlights of the cycle tour: - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein - Lange Rhön nature reserve
- 4.2 (2)·Moderate·15.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrWooded circular hiking trail in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park near Oberelsbach. The beautiful circular hike leads from the Schornhecke via the Heidelstein to the Holzberghof, where you can stop for refreshments, and back again via the Hohe Dalle. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train (Schornhecke car park/bus stop)
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·47.6 km·Est. 14.5–16 hrChallenging mountain bike tour in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park, Bavaria. This route starts in Weisbach and loops around Bischofsheim an der Rhön for almost 50 kilometres. Mountain peaks, great views and river valleys are a constant companion. Highlights of the tour: - great views over the Rhön - Varied trails - Reuterwiesen nature reserve - Himmeldunkberg - Brendtal valley
- Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrThe starting point is the "Haus der langen Rhön" information centre in Oberelsbach (405m). Follow the path in a northerly direction past the church (Rhönbasilika) to the miniature golf course, then follow the Schweinfurter Hausweg to the Rhönklubhütte Schweinfurter Haus (refreshments available). The Gangolfsberg nature trail begins here at the Schweinfurter Haus. You should bring stamina and sturdy shoes. After 500 metres, you will see a huge basalt column wall in front of you, which looks...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Oberelsbach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Oberelsbach is Sondernau - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein. This trail is estimated to be 59.1 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Oberelsbach?
Oberelsbach: With an ascent of 2,133 m, Sondernau - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Kreuzberg - Schönau - Himmeldunkberg with 1,718 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Oberelsbach?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Oberelsbach is Sondernau - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.