Best easy trails in Bavarian Forest Nature Park
The Bavarian Forest Nature Park borders the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park to the north and both the Czech border and the Bavarian Forest National Park to the east. The park with its Danube floodplains, high-altitude spruce forests and raised bogs has existed since 1967, making it one of the oldest nature parks in Bavaria. The defining landscape element of the park is the forest - it covers 50% of the nature park. It is a refuge for many endangered animal species such as capercaillie, lynx, otter, corncrake and freshwater pearl mussel.
A special highlight in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park is the NaturparkWelten - a museum experience in the Bayerisch Eisenstein border railway station. There are 7,000 kilometres of hiking trails and 35 nature experience trails awaiting visitors. Information is available at 6 nature park information centres.
Top sights
Top trails
- 4.6 (37)·Easy·2.3 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrSpectacular tour near Bodenmais in the Bavarian Forest. This short walk leads to the "Hochfall" natural monument, which consists of a 1 km long, largely untouched flow section of the Moosbach. This piece has been a natural monument since 1965, which can be explored from a small bridge that leads across the stream. Highlights of the hike: - family-friendly - Waterfall
- 4.4 (32)·Easy·1.8 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park between Bodenmais and Bayerisch Eisenstein. The loop leads along the shore once around the Großer Arbersee, which together with the Arberseewand is a designated nature reserve. The unspoilt natural landscape is characterised by the mixed mountain forests, the impressive Arberseewand and the floating silting moor. Dogs must be kept on a lead throughout the nature reserve and there is a ban on swimming and sunbathing around the lake....
- 4.8 (19)·Easy·7.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrOne of the best experiences when hiking is to be on a rather empty path where the crowds don't flood the trail. This trail is perfect for such a hike, taking you from the Arberschutzhaus to the Bodenhaus. The route leads through moorland landscapes, along several streams, a waterfall and a gorge.
- 4.6 (15)·Easy·50.5 km·Est. 11–12 hrStage 12 of the German Danube Cycle Route. The motto of this one-day stage is pure nature. The route from Regensburg to Straubing on the edge of the Bavarian Forest awaits with romantic wine villages and unspoilt nature reserves. The Danube meanders through hop fields, meadows and wooded areas and offers wonderful panoramic views. The small villages also invite to linger and stop for a bite to eat. Highlights: - Friesheim wine village - Stöcklwörth, Pfatterer Au and Gmünder Au nature...
- 4.3 (24)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. This marvellous circular hiking trail leads once around the Brandtner Riegel. It starts at the Schönebene hiking car park, where there is also a bus stop. The trail follows the "Bo50" markings. There is a refreshment stop and WCs at the Silberberkwerk. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Silberberg - Idyllic forest paths - Beautiful views over the mountain peaks - Possible tour of the mine
- 4.2 (21)·Easy·3.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThe Käsplatte lies to the north-east of Klinglbach between the villages of Kolmberg and Hinterwies. If you climb it, you will be rewarded with a view as far as the Pröller and the Hohenbogen on a clear day. The summit is strewn with granite boulders, similar to the Busen in the Bavarian Forest National Park. On the Käseplatte, you cross the Goldsteig premium hiking trail.
- 4.3 (14)·Easy·2.6 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrOn the circular tour, which is a special experience for families with children, you can explore the Falkenstein National Park Centre. The Stone Age cave, aurochs and prehistoric horses invite you to imagine the landscape in prehistoric times. In the Haus zur Wildnis, there is an opportunity to stop for refreshments, visit the nature cinema and discover the national park exhibition. Accessibility: the tour is barrier-free and suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs. Further information...
- 4.4 (5)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The Viechtacher Loop Trail 3 begins in the center of Viechtach. From here you hike along the St. Anton chapel to Riedmuehle. The route mainly leads through open landscapes, occasionally along roads. Highlights of the hike: - Nature reserve Grosser Pfahl and Pfahlriegel - Viechtach - Chapel of St. Anton on the Pfahl - Gruft
Visitor info
The Sonnenhaus information centre in Zwiesel is open daily from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm. Naturparkwelten is always open Wednesday to Sunday from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm, during the Bavarian holidays and from July to October from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm daily.
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Attractions
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Suitability
- Child-friendly trails in Bavarian Forest Nature Park
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- Partially paved trails in Bavarian Forest Nature Park
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- Trails for dogs on lead in Bavarian Forest Nature Park
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