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Best lake trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park

Best lake trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park

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The Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is located in the districts of Bad Kissingen and Rhön-Grabfeld in the north of Bavaria. It runs directly along the border triangle with Hesse and Thuringia. In 2014, the Bavarian part of the Rhön biosphere reserve was enlarged to 130,500 hectares, roughly within the boundaries of the nature park.

The nature park delights its visitors with sweeping views over steep slopes, gentle hilltops, wild moors and extensive meadows and forests. The volcanic landscape creates a very special atmosphere. Part of the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is the Hohe Rhön nature reserve, which is home to probably the most valuable biotopes in the region.

Top sights

Kreuzberg (Rhön)
Kreuzberg (Rhön)
Peak
Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel
Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel
Peak
Aussichtsturm Schwarzes Moor
Aussichtsturm Schwarzes Moor
Viewpoint
Heidelstein
Heidelstein
Peak
Ilmenberg
Ilmenberg
Peak
Rhönflieger
Rhönflieger
Viewpoint

Top trails

  1. #1 - Naturlehrpfad Schwarzes Moor

    4.5 (28)·Easy·3.2 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Family-friendly walk in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park near Fladungen. From the "Schwarzes Moor / Dreiländereck" car park, where there is a children's playground, refreshments and bathrooms, the trail leads through the unique landscape of the nature reserve. There is a lookout tower towards the end of the tour, which is definitely worth a visit. The route leads along a boardwalk with many information boards that provide information about the moor and its special...

  2. #2 - Rhön Circular Route 3

    4.6 (24)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular circular route in the Bavarian Rhön, Bavaria, Germany This relaxing route starts in Kloster-Kreuzberg at the beginning of the different Rhön circular routes. The Kreuzberg is the highest mountain in the region. From the summit, the marvellous views over the open countryside can be enjoyed. The Kreuzberg monastery with its monastery church is a worthy end to the tour. It is possible to stop for refreshments at the monastery tavern or the nearby Gemündener Hütte. The Neustädter Haus...

  3. #3 - Um den Kreuzberg

    4.9 (10)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly circular hiking trail near Bischofsheim in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park. From the Klosterkreuzberg, where you can visit the monastery church, candle chapel or Mariengrotte, the trail leads up to the Kreuzberg via the Rhönflieger viewpoint. From here you have a magnificent view of the hilly landscape of the Rhön. Back at the starting point, there are several places to stop for refreshments. ------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train (bus stop:...

  4. #4 - Basaltsee - Gangolfsberg - Thuringian Hut

    5.0 (8)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Varied circular route in the Rhön biosphere reserve, Bavaria. The circular route starts at the basalt lake and leads across meadows and forests via the Gangolfsberg to the Thüringer Hütte. There homemade Franconian specialities and refreshments can be enjoyed. The route back through the forest is quite leisurely. Highlights: - Basalt lake - Gangolfsberg - Thuringian hut

  5. #5 - Hüttentour

    3.9 (10)·Hard·15.8 km·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Panoramic, certified premium hiking trail in the Rhön, Bavaria. This route is one of the Rhön extra tours. The typical landscape with its marvellous views will delight everyone. Here you hike from hut to hut with views of the Allgäu and the Alps. You can also find lots of information about the region at the Rhön Information Centre in the House of the Black Mountains. There are several places to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the hike: - Marvellous views over the Rhön landscape - House...

  6. #6 - Arnsberg and Kreuzberg Mountains

    5.0 (6)·Hard·24.8 km·Est. 8.5–9 hr
    Challenging circular hiking trail in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park, Bavaria. Over a distance of 25 kilometres, this hike leads in a large loop around Oberwildflecken. You walk through the Sinn valley to the Arnsberg and then climb the Kreuzberg. You walk through the forest for long stretches. A good level of fitness is required due to the distance and the metres in altitude to be climbed. Highlights of the hike: - Arnsberg - Kreuzberg - Several nature reserves
  7. Rhön-Rundweg Hausen 5

    #7 - Rhön-Rundweg Hausen 5

    4.2 (3)·Easy·2.6 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr

  8. #8 - Bauersberg Nature Trail

    4.0 (5)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Panoramic circular route in the Rhön biosphere reserve. A varied hike that leads through the typical landscape of the Rhön and on which several information boards from the "Experience Rhön geology" series provide information about the region's geological past. The route leads along partly unsurfaced paths, some of which are slippery in wet weather. It is marked with a white "4" on a blue background. The start is at the "Rothsee" car park. Highlights: - Brown coal mine - Information...

  9. #9 - Osterburg - Gemündener Hut -Kreuzberg

    4.2 (4)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Varied hike in the Rhön. From the hikers' car park, the trail heads in a southerly direction with a climb up to the monastery. The last section runs alongside an access road. The path to the summit of the Kreuzberg leads up steps with excellent views to the Gemündener Hütte. The route continues on the saddle between the three crosses, Arnsberg and Kreuzberg. This section is also very scenic. A beautiful mixture of beech forest and open landscapes leads back to the starting...

  10. #10 - Kreuzberg ab Oberweißenbrunn

    4.9 (4)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    There are refreshment stops. Start at Kreuzberg and can be reached by bus and train (bus stop: Kloster Kreuzberg).
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best lake trail to hike in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best lake trail to hike in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is Naturlehrpfad Schwarzes Moor, which has a 4.5 star rating from 28 reviews. This trail is 3.2 km long with an elevation gain of 72 m.

What is the longest lake trail in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is RHÖN 300 - SÜDRUNDE (2019). This trail is estimated to be 187.6 km long.

How many lake trails are in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

There are 59 lake trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park.These lake trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom 191 AllTrails community reviews.

Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

RHÖN 300 - SÜDRUNDE (2019) has the most elevation gain for lake trails with 4,528 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rhön-Radweg (Bayerischer Abschnitt), which has 1,959 m of elevation gain.

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