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Best walking trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park

Best walking trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park

3.8(46 reviews)

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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 - 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:...

  3. #3 - Bad Kissingen Runde

    4.1 (3)·Easy·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Historical & interesting walk in Bad Kissingen, Bavaria. Walk in the footsteps of the electors. A short, charming loop around Bad Kissingen town centre, which blossoms with historic buildings and parks. Highlights of the tour: - Berliner Platz - St Mary's Square - St James' Church - Bad Kissingen town hall - Schweizerhaus Bridge - Franconian Saale - Spa garden - Luitpold Park - Liebfrauensee

  4. #4 - Pfad der Besinnung bei Bad Kissingen

    4.0 (1)·Moderate·7.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr

  5. #5 - Rund um den Dreistelzkopf

    4.0 (2)·Moderate·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly walk in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park from Dreistelz. From the small village, you head into the forest to the Dreistelzkopf. Here you should not miss the ascent to the "Dreistelzberg observation tower", as you will be rewarded with beautiful views of the Rhön. A visit to the Dreistelzhof mountain inn completes the tour. ---- Car park at the mountain inn
  6. Zu den drei Tannen

    #6 - Zu den drei Tannen

    3.0 (1)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
  7. Vom Schloss Aschach nach Steinach an der Saale

    #7 - Vom Schloss Aschach nach Steinach an der Saale

    Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr

  8. #8 - Wildpark Klaushof

    2.0 (1)·Easy·3.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
  9. Ostheimer Gewässerlehrpfad

    #9 - Ostheimer Gewässerlehrpfad

    Easy·1.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
  10. Oberelsbach Butterfly Nature Trail

    #10 - Oberelsbach Butterfly Nature Trail

    Easy·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly circular route in the Rhön biosphere reserve. A great circular route through beautiful mixed forest and particularly beautiful for all those who love butterflies. Up to 30 different species can be observed along the way - preferably in July and August and on windless days. Several information boards provide information about the butterflies' way of life and their endangerment. The trail starts either at the car park a short distance east of Unterelsbach or at the "Am...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best trail for walking in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking 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 walking trail in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is Vom Schloss Aschach nach Steinach an der Saale. This trail is estimated to be 8.9 km long.

How many walking trails are in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

There are 10 walking trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 3.8-star ratingfrom 46 AllTrails community reviews.

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

Vom Schloss Aschach nach Steinach an der Saale has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 231 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Zu den drei Tannen, which has 218 m of elevation gain.

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