Best forest trails in Plech

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#1 - Naturkundlicher Rundwanderweg Plech
4.5 (3)·Hard·40.7 km·Est. 12–13 hr
The circular hiking trail leads through the following villages and can therefore be started at different points. Spies-Reipertsgesee-Münchs-Stierberg-Leupoldstein-Kröttenhof-Hexentor-Windmill-Klauskirche-Betzenstein-Hüll-Mergners-Bernheck-Kuckucksloch-Fleischhöhle-Plech-Judenfriedhof-GroßerBerg-Eichenstruth-Eibgratweg In 1991, the Betztenstein-Plech local group founded a large circular hiking trail with the intention of emphasising nature conservation and presenting the region's most...
#2 - Geissbock Loop
5.0 (3)·Easy·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Popular Nordic walking route in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. The Geissbock loop ("billy goat loop") is one of the four designated Nordic walking routes around Bernheck. The overall very relaxed tour, marked with blue signs, is a pleasure at any time of the year and is also suitable for prams and mobility aids. Good starting points are the center of Bernheck or the car park at Dachsbau. Highlights of the hike: - Bernheck - Kuckucksloch ("cuckoo hole") -...
#3 - Plech – Neuhaus
3.0 (1)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
A beautiful and varied trail from Plech along the Polsterweiherhöhle cave, the Hammergrünfelsen natural monument and the Nagelschmiedkapelle chapel to Neuhaus an der Pegnitz. The hiking sign is a yellow dot on a white background.
#4 - Ottenhof: Wolfs-Runde
2.2 (2)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#5 - Plech nach Ranna durch dem Veldensteiner Forst
Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#6 - Large Plech Loop
Hard·21.6 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
There are refreshment stops along the way.
#7 - Plech über Fischstein nach Ranna
Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
#8 - Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 21: Plech - Hersbruck
Hard·33 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
This route is stage 21 (the final stage) of the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg, a long-distance trail in Bavaria; this specific segment starts in Plech and ends in Hersbruck. The path leads from the gateway of the Veldenstein Forest through the scenic "Hersbrucker Schweiz," characterized by its rugged dolomite cliffs and expansive forest plateaus. The itinerary traverses the scenic Pegnitz Valley, passes through the historic town of Velden with its picturesque town hall, and climbs toward the Houbirg...
#9 - Plech-Teufelspredigtstuhl-Ranna
Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
#10 - Schusterweg
Easy·3.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
Popular loop trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Relaxed hiking trails, imposing rock formations and wonderful open landscapes - that's the Schusterweg near Bernheck. The cuckoo hole, one of the most famous rock formations in the Veldenstein Forest, is spectacular. Highlights of the hike: - Bernheck - Bockloh Valley - cuckoo hole

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Plech?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Plech is Naturkundlicher Rundwanderweg Plech. This trail is estimated to be 40.7 km long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Plech?

Plech: With an ascent of 1,299 m, Naturkundlicher Rundwanderweg Plech has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 21: Plech - Hersbruck with 1,229 m of elevation gain.