Best hard trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
Dense forests, panoramic plateaus and deep meadow valleys are the striking landscapes of the Franconian Forest Nature Park. The wild and romantic Steinachklamm gorge and the Höllental valley are just a few examples of the impressive nature to be found in the nature park. Flora and fauna are rich in species and rare animal and plant species, such as the black stork, woodlark, arnica or club marmoset, are at home in the Franconian Forest, which is why almost 50% of the area is covered with forest, which is why the Franconian Forest is also known as the "Green Crown of Bavaria".
Top sights
Top trails
- 3.6 (11)·Hard·19.5 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows stage 7 of the Rennsteig, connecting Spechtsbrunn with Brennersgrün on a historically significant section along the Thuringian-Bavarian border. The trail leads through dense spruce forests of the Franconian Forest and passes the Kalte Küche, a historic inn on an old trade route. A special highlight is hiking along the Green Belt, where old boundary stones and relics of the former inner-German border line the path. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses in Spechtsbrunn...
- 4.4 (5)·Hard·16.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrChallenging circular hiking trail in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The 12 Apostles Trail promises a varied hike that is a wonderful way to find peace and quiet. The route leads through the Ölsnitz valley, dense forest and sun-drenched plateau. The circular trail owes its name to a group of 12 seemingly carefully placed diabase stones, the origin and meaning of which is still unclear to this day. Highlights of the hike: - Geroldsgrün fortified church - Quiet hiking trails - "12...
- 4.4 (4)·Hard·29 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrNear-natural stretch of road in the Franconian Forest, Thuringia The first section of the Franconian Trail begins in the Franconian Forest. From the Wiedeturm observation tower, you have a wonderful view over Blankenstein. Through the Höllental valley, you pass the famous "Hirschsprung", a large deer sculpture on a rock. In the nature reserve there, you can enjoy the wild and romantic atmosphere on the small bridges over the Selbitz. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: -...
- 4.8 (3)·Hard·26.7 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrPicturesque stretch of road in the Franconian Forest, Bavaria The fourth stage of the Franconian Trail takes you through forests and along field and meadow paths from Kronach to Kulmbach. The largest tin figure museum in the world is located here. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Town of Kronach - "Lucas Cranach Tower" observation tower - Pewter figure museum at the Plassenburg in Kulmbach
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·56.8 km·Est. 15–16.5 hrThis family-friendly circular hike leads through the Franconian Forest in northern Bavaria. The path explores the idyllic surroundings of Windheim, following a relaxed mixture of gentle forest trails, paved field tracks, and lakeside paths. A central highlight is the Ölschnitzsee, a man-made reservoir harmoniously embedded into the wooded low mountain landscape, which serves as a popular leisure center with a swimming pier and pedal boat rentals in summer. In the dense spruce and pine...
Showing results 1–10 of 48
Activities
- Backpacking trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Bike touring trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Camping trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Mountain biking trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Road biking trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Running trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Walking trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
Attractions
- Easy trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Forest trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Hard trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Lake trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Long trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Moderate trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- River trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Trails with historic sites in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Trails with views in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Wildflower trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
- Wildlife trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
Suitability
Points of interest
- Hässlerskapf
- Hazel Hill
- Selbitz
- Blick zum Hirschsprung
- König David
- Höllental
- Besucherbergwerk Friedrich-Wilhelm-Stollen
- Trinkwassertalsperre Mauthaus (Vorstaubecken)
- Ködeltalsperre (Trinkwassertalsperre Mauthaus)
- Der Rote Turm
- Langesbühl
- Steinachklamm
- Zwölf Apostel
- Kesselfels
- Wohnmobilstellplatz des Marktes Steinwiesen
- Gesteinsfaltung
- Schloß Rudolphstein
- Haßlach
- Kurhaus
- Prinzregent-Luitpold-Saal