Best backpacking trails in Schöneck
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Schöneck 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 (2)·Hard·25.3 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrThis route follows stage 14 of the certified "Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland" premium trail, connecting Schöneck with Eichigt on a challenging section through the Vogtland region. The hike begins at the IFA Ferienpark in Schöneck and leads through forested hilltops, partly running along the famous Vogtland Panorama Weg®. Passing the medieval church in Wohlbach, the trail descends into the scenic White Elster Valley and goes directly through the town of Adorf. Here, the Botanical Garden, the...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·157.2 km·Est. 24 hr+Idyllic long-distance cycle path from Schöneck to Sermuth. The Mulde Cycle Route - Zwickauer Mulde is a long-distance cycle route divided into 5 daily stages, which can be cycled in both directions and can be joined anywhere. The cycle route follows the Zwickauer Mulde from its source in Vogtland near Schöneck to its confluence with the Freiberger Mulde near Sermuth. Here the two rivers flow together to form the Mulde, which finally flows into the Elbe at Roßlau. The cycle tour is...
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·50.2 km·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrStage 1 of the Mulde cycle path. The first day's stage of the Mulde Cycle Path starts in Schöneck, the highest town in the Vogtland. From the "balcony of the Vogtland" you have a marvellous view of the Thuringian Forest as well as the Elster and Fichtelgebirge mountains. But there are also several opportunities for wonderful views on the rest of the route via the dam in Muldenberg and Eibenstock to the stage destination of Aue, such as the viewpoint on the dam wall of the dam in Muldenberg...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Schöneck?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Schöneck is Mulderadweg - Zwickauer Mulde (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 157.2 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Schöneck?
Schöneck: With an ascent of 3,058 m, Mulderadweg - Zwickauer Mulde (Radfernweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Mulderadweg - Zwickauer Mulde Etappe 1: Schöneck/Vogtl. - Aue with 1,007 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Schöneck?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Schöneck is Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland Stage 14: Schöneck - Eichigt with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.