Best forest trails in Oberwiesenthal
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Oberwiesenthal 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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- 5.0 (3)·Easy·14.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route follows stage 9 of the certified "Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland" premium trail, connecting Oberwiesenthal with Breitenbrunn on a scenically and culturally impressive section. The hike begins at the Fichtelberg summit, passes the famous ski arena, and partly follows the historic Anton Günther trail. Moving through deep forests, the path descends into the Pöhlwasser Valley to the historic Wettinbrunnen spring and its trail shelter. After passing Ehrenzipfel right on the Czech border,...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·36.4 km·Est. 10–11 hrPanoramic hike in the Ore Mountains from Oberwiesenthal, the highest town in Germany, to Thermalbad Wiesenbad along the Zschopau. Highlights: - Ascent to the summit of Fichtelberg (1215m) - Zschopau spring - Crottendorf smoked candles - Schlettau Castle with refreshment stop - Paßklausenturm tower - Tannenberg manor - Historic thermal bath Wiesenbad
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·88 km·Est. 24 hr+Popular mountain bike tour from Oberwiesenthal , Saxony. This route is the C variant of the Four-Hübel mountain bike tour. A variety of landscapes on the tour will be encountered, one of which is the upper basin on the Hundsmarter hilltop. From there, the view over the Ore Mountains and the Fichtelberg is particularly beautiful . Highlights of the hike: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Markersbach upper reservoir
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·124.4 km·Est. 24 hr+Idyllic long-distance hiking trail along the Zschopau in Saxony The Zschopau valley hiking trail follows the Zschopau river from its source in the Ore Mountains across the picturesque meadows in the foothills of the Ore Mountains to Technitz, where the Zschopau flows into the Freiberg Mulde. Along the way, you will pass castles and palaces, museums and churches. The direction of the route and the stages can be planned individually. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic valley of the Zschopau -...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·23.2 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrScenic route section in the Ore Mountains, Saxony. The route starts at the day car park at the Fichtelberg car park and goes through the headwaters of the Zschopau to Tannenberg. You will be accompanied on this tour by a beautiful and varied natural landscape. Refreshment stops are available along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Schlettau Castle - Schlettau natural swimming pool - Tannenberg manor - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna
- Hard·286.5 km·Est. 24 hr+Cult mountain bike challenge in the Ore Mountains. The challenging cycle circuit leads through the Czech Egergraben and the Ore Mountain ridge. 2 countries and almost 5000 metres in altitude between centuries-old mining tradition and the stimulating competitive sports legacy of the Ore Mountains - that is the Stoneman Miriquidi Road. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Adventurous tour
- Hard·133.3 km·Est. 24 hr+Beautiful long-distance cycle route along the Zschopau river and through the Ore Mountains in Saxony The Zschopau Valley Cycle Route, often referred to as the "Royal Route of the Ore Mountains", leads from Oberwiesenthal, Germany's highest town, to Döbeln and then winds its way through the romantic Zschopau Valley. Quaint villages and breathtaking valley and mountain landscapes await cyclists who set off on the Zschopautal cycle path. The route always leads along the idyllic River Zschopau,...
- Hard·57.9 km·Est. 15–16.5 hr1st section of the Zschopautal cycle route from Oberwiesenthal to Zschopau This section leads along the Zschopau Valley Cycle Route, which is often referred to as the "Royal Route of the Ore Mountains". It leads from Oberwiesenthal, Germany's highest town, via the town of Zschopau to Döbeln. This stage corresponds to the 1st part of this tour and runs from Oberwiesenthal to Zschopau. This cycle tour is an official cycle route of the Erzgebirge Tourism Association. As the long-distance cycle...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Oberwiesenthal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Oberwiesenthal is Stoneman Miriquidi Tour. This trail is estimated to be 286.5 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Oberwiesenthal?
Oberwiesenthal: With an ascent of 6,640 m, Stoneman Miriquidi Tour has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Zschopautal-Wanderweg (Fernwanderweg) with 2,753 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Oberwiesenthal?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Oberwiesenthal is Im Tal der Zschopau von Oberwiesenthal nach Thermalbad Wiesenbad with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Fichtelberg
- Fichtelberg-Garten
- Flyline Oberwiesenthal
- Eckbauer
- O'thal-Coaster
- Sommerrodelbahn Oberwiesenthal
- Kreuzbrückfelsen
- Kleiner Fichtelberg
- Speichersee
- Bartholomäusberg
- Eckbauerhütte
- Eisenberg
- Große Mittweida-Quelle
- Zschopau-Quellgebiet
- Schwarzwasser-Quelle
- Sehma-Quelle
- Oberwiesenthaler Wohnmobilstellplätze An der Tennishalle
- Bärenfanghütte
- Gifthüttenberg
- Amtssteigfelsen