Best lake trails in Plech

3.8(4 reviews)

Explore the most popular lake trails near Plech 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 - 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 - 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.
#3 - Plech nach Ranna durch dem Veldensteiner Forst
Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#4 - Large Plech Loop
Hard·21.6 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
There are refreshment stops along the way.
#5 - Plech über Fischstein nach Ranna
Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
#6 - Plech-Teufelspredigtstuhl-Ranna
Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
#7 - 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...

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest lake trail in Plech?

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

Which lake 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 lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 21: Plech - Hersbruck with 1,229 m of elevation gain.