Best camping trails in Altmühltal Nature Park
The Altmühltal Nature Park is a 2962 square kilometre nature park in Bavaria, which is almost identical in area to the Southern Franconian Alb. It was founded in 1969 and is the fourth largest nature park in Germany. The nature park is home to a number of protected areas, such as the Jura dry slope, Thalach meadows, Weltenburger Enge and the Kuhbachtal valley, and the popular Altmühltal Panorama Trail runs through the nature park and leads past scenic and cultural experiences.
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Top trails
- 4.5 (37)·Moderate·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic circular route in the Altmühltal Nature Park. A walking time of about 2 hours should be allowed for this beautiful circular route. It starts in the small but famous Solnhofen, which is best known for its geological condition, the associated scientific importance and its beautiful landscape. From the Teufelskanzel there are great views of the rock group "12 Apostles". The route is not suitable for prams. If you want, you can also visit the Solnhofen hobby quarry, which is open from...
- 4.4 (25)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrBeautiful circular route in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria. The circular route starts at the Kipfenberg car park, leads up the Michelsberg and offers beautiful views of Kipfenberg. It goes through Arnsberg, over the Altmühl and finally a longer stretch through the forest and finally back to Kipfenberg. Castles, great views and beautiful old towns await along the way. There is a public bathroom at the starting point and several places to stop for refreshments along the...
- 4.0 (26)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic circular hike in the Altmühltal Nature Park near Kinding in Bavaria. This beautiful hiking trail leads mostly along wild and romantic paths through the forest. Start at the car park in the direction of Kipfenberg. The path first leads somewhat steeply up into the forest to the "Klause" - a rock cave that was once inhabited by a hermit. Via the burial mounds from the Hallstatt period, the route follows the Altmühltalpanoramaweg through the forest past the Torfelsen rock to...
- 3.9 (18)·Easy·38.1 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrStage 11 of the German Danube Cycle Route. The eleventh stage on the ancient Roman road begins in Kehlheim. Before setting off towards the day's destination of Regensburg, it is worth exploring the historic town centre. There is also plenty of history to discover along the way, such as the Mariaort pilgrimage church. The route continues along the Danube through picturesque countryside to Regensburg. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic city centre is absolutely worth seeing and is one...
- 4.9 (16)·Moderate·6.8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Altmühltal Nature Park around Dollnstein. Duration: 2:15 Highlights of the hike: - rock formation of the Maderfelsen - Rare dry grassland - Burgstein geotope with magnificent views of the Altmühltal valley - Dollnstein castle and Gothic parish church ------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.5 (24)·Moderate·44.1 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting in Treuchtlingen, this 44.3 km section follows the Altmühl river past the impressive rock formations of the Frankenalb to the baroque city of Eichstätt. The route passes historical landmarks such as Pappenheim Castle, the Sola Basilica in Solnhofen, and the dramatic rock formation of the Hülzernen Klinge. Overnight stays are usually in local guesthouses, inns, and...
- 4.7 (14)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Altmühltal-Panoramaweg, a long-distance trail through the Altmühltal Nature Park. This specific section starts in Treuchtlingen and ends in the medieval town of Pappenheim. The path leads up to scenic limestone plateaus and offers expansive views over the winding Altmühl River. Hikers traverse lush beech forests and typical juniper heaths, pass the Hollerstein viewpoint, and finally descend into the valley toward the striking castle town of Pappenheim. Overnight...
- 4.6 (8)·Moderate·45.5 km·Est. 11–12 hrThis route is stage 4 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting in Eichstätt, this 45.9 km section follows the Altmühl river past limestone cliffs to Beilngries. Highlights include Eichstätt's historic center, the castle ruins in Kipfenberg, and the dammed river near Pfraundorf. Overnight options consist of local guesthouses, inns, and hotels, with advance bookings recommended during peak season. Water can be refilled in towns...
- 4.9 (186)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria. A great hike through the picturesque Altmühltal valley. The route leads along the Altmühl and through a forest. There are some unique surprises along the way, such as the Kindinger Klause. Archaeological finds prove that the rock formation known as the Binnleiten Cave was used as a shelter by prehistoric people. Today, the imposing rock roof invites hikers to take a break. Highlights of the hike: - Altmühltal - Barrows -...
Visitor info
The Altmühltal Information Centre is open in the summer season, i.e. from Palm Sunday to 31 October, Mon - Fri from 9 am - 5 pm and at weekends from 10 am - 5 pm. In the winter season, the centre is closed at midday, which means that it is open Mon - Thu from 9am - 12pm and 2pm - 4pm and Fridays from 9am - 12pm.
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Suitability
Points of interest
- Bienenkorb
- Wieserkreuz
- Zwölf Apostel
- Kloster Trauntal bei Kelheim
- St. Georg
- Hall of Liberation
- Alcimoennis (ehem. kelt. Stadt)
- Klause
- Östliches Schneiderloch
- Michelsberg
- Ruine Tachenstein
- Ruine Rabenstein
- Teufelskanzel
- Burgruine Tachenstein
- Ruine Rabenstein
- Römischer Wachturm 14/64
- Limes
- Limesturm Erkertshofen
- Römischer Wachturm (Limes) 14/65
- Fundament Römischer Wachturm (Limes) 14/78