Best trail running trails in Oberelsbach
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Explore the most popular trail running 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
- 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)
- 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 running trail in Oberelsbach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Oberelsbach is Heidelstein - Münzkopf - Holzberghof. This trail is estimated to be 15.8 km long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Oberelsbach?
Oberelsbach: With an ascent of 691 m, Oberelsbach and Hochrhön has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Gangolfsberg - Thüringer Hütte - Rother Kuppe with 524 m of elevation gain.