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Best trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park

Best trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park

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The Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park is Central Swabia's only nature park. This popular excursion destination lies just outside Augsburg and is only an hour away from Munich.

Typical of the landscape in this region are the wooded ridges and the stream valleys running predominantly from south to north. There are three landscape areas in the nature park: the "Stauden" in the south, the "Holzwinkel" in the north and the "Reischenau" in the centre. The "Stauden" are characterised by wooded hills, picturesque stream valleys and small villages - here you can relax and unwind. The vast forests and hills of the "Holzwinkel" are ideal for cyclists and anyone looking for a certain seclusion. Those looking for botanical rarities will find what they are looking for in the "Reischenau", a former lowland moor area.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Diedorfer Hochweg and Anhauser Tal

    4.5 (26)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Augsburg Nature Park - Western Forests, Bavaria. This hike starts in Anhausen and leads in an expansive round via the Diedorfer Hochweg and the main path in the Anhauser Tal. Ideal for a summer hike, as most of the time you are well protected in the forest. There are parking lots at the cemetery or at the Waldstadion, for example. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest trails - Diedorfer Hochweg - Anhauser Valley

  2. #2 - Jägersteig and Hubertussteig

    4.3 (14)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    This varied circular route leads through the Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park near Welden. The tour starts at the hikers' car park. The trail runs almost exclusively on natural, narrow forest paths and combines two themed trails into one large loop. A particular highlight is the passage along the Jägersteig trail, which winds its way along rooty paths through dense forest stands, as well as the transition to the Hubertussteig trail. Along the way, two forest huts, including the...

  3. #3 - Wellenburg - Anhauser Pond Circular Route

    4.3 (4)·Moderate·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Relaxed circular route near Augsburg, Bavaria. This short circular route starts at the "Wellerburg" bus stop, right next to the popular castle restaurant. It is nice to stop off here for a cosy bite to eat after the tour. The route follows fairly wide paths through the forest and along idyllic little streams and ponds, perfect for a short excursion. Highlights: - Wellerburg Castle - peaceful natural atmosphere - mini golf course

  4. #4 - Engelshof and Oberschönenfeld Monastery from Burgwalden

    4.5 (9)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Circular hike in the Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful loop starts at the car park at the Burgwalden mill pond. You walk along the eastern bank of the Bruckmahdweiher pond and then turn off into the forest towards Engelshofer Berg. The route leads to Oberschönenfeld Abbey, a Cistercian abbey. Here you can visit the museum's permanent exhibition, which presents everyday life in Swabia between 1800 and the present day. There are also changing special and art...

  5. #5 - MTB: Through the Western Forests

    4.0 (9)·Hard·53.9 km·Est. 13.5–15 hr
    Varied mountain bike tour around Augsburg. A beautiful bike tour that first leads along the Wertach and then into the Augsburg Western Forests Nature Park with its flowers, trees, ponds and picturesque towns. There is an opportunity to stop at the idyllic Mühlen- and Schloss ponds near Burgwalden. Start is at the parking lot in Göggingen. There are also options to travel by bus and train. Highlights: - Wertach reservoir - nice atmosphere in the rough forest

  6. #6 - Reinhartshausen - Burgwaldener Weiher - Engelshof

    4.4 (7)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr

  7. #7 - Katzental in the Rauher Forst

    3.7 (11)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular circular route in the Augsburg-Westliche Wälder Nature Park, Bavaria, Germany This beautiful circular route through the Bergheim forest starts at the car park on Kathreinerstraße. It heads towards Katzental with small streams and many ponds, and is sometimes a little muddy. It is therefore advisable to take more robust shoes and not white trainers. The fresh air can be enjoyed as the hike leads along magnificent beech trees and later through shady mixed forest. There is the Jägerhaus...

  8. #8 - Rundum im Kehlbachwald

    3.9 (7)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr

  9. #9 - Kleine Rund um den Petershof

    4.1 (6)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr

  10. #10 - Schwarzer-Reiter-Rundwanderweg

    4.0 (6)·Easy·3.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Circular hiking trail, start and end at the crooked pine tree
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The nature information centre, the Nature Park House, is located in the south-west of Augsburg. There are puzzles, a crawling tube, films, the permanent exhibition "Nature and Man in the Nature Park" and much more on the topics of forests, animals and plants, climate change and neobiota. The Nature Park House is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00; it is closed in January and February.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park is Diedorfer Hochweg and Anhauser Tal which has a 4.5 star rating from 25 reviews. This trail is 10.1 km long with an elevation gain of 290 m.

What is the longest trail in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park is Via Julia Fernradwanderweg. This trail is estimated to be 317.2 km long.

How many trails are in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

There are 62 trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park.These trails have an average 3.8-star ratingfrom 193 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

Via Julia Fernradwanderweg has the most elevation gain with 4,569 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Donautäler Fernradwanderweg, which has 4,537 m of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park and the most popular is 5 Tälerfahrt durch die Stauden und Mindeltal with an average 4.0 star rating from 2 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 16 running trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park and the most popular is Diedorfer Hochweg and Anhauser Tal with an average 4.5 star rating from 26 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 19 biking trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park and the most popular is MTB: Through the Western Forests with an average 4.2 star rating from 10 community reviews.

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