Best wildflower 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".
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- 4.7 (40)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrExciting circular hike in the Franconian Forest Nature Park near Lichtenberg. The hiking route leads through the Höllental valley, a wild and romantic nature reserve in the Franconian Forest. The gorge, which is up to 170 metres deep in places, is unique in the Franconian Forest with its large boulders that line the slopes and sometimes fill entire boulder seas. ---- Car park at the start of the route
- 4.4 (24)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrMagnificent hike in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. There is also a car park at the Franconian Forest Nature Park Information Centre from where you can start. There are many great viewpoints along the route along the Selbitz river. Highlights of the tour: - Höllental valley - Höllental power station - Along the Selbitz - View of the Hirschsprung - Water tower - Old quarry
- 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...
- 3.9 (8)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrWild and romantic hike in the Franconian Forest. A wonderful hike through rustling forests and the wild gorge. A castle once stood on the Wildenstein rock and, according to legend, Thor hurled his hammer against the rock face and thus paved the way for the Steinach to flow through the rock! With the power of its water, the Steinach once drove up to 25 different mills, including paper, powder and cutting mills. There is a restaurant at the starting point at the Neumühle. Highlights: - wild...
- 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...
- 4.3 (6)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Idyllic forest sections, meadows, several resting places near the river and exciting information boards - this 5 km loop has all the ingredients for a relaxing tour in the midst of beautiful nature. Wonderfully suitable for a sporty run or a leisurely walk with the family! Highlights of the hike: - Game reserve - information boards - Idyllic resting places - Green Belt Bridge and alum mine - Views of the...
- 3.7 (5)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrYou should plan around 3 hours for this tour. It starts with a somewhat steeper ascent to the slopes around the Selbitz valley. From here, there are always wonderful views downhill, for example from the King David viewpoint. At the end of the loop, there is a park with a fountain and an information point.
- 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)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrThe route leads to the King David rock formation in the Höllental valley. The trail starts in Issigau, from here you walk towards Eichenstein. The route runs along paved roads for a while and offers wonderful views of the landscape. Turn onto the Frankenweg and walk to the "Zum Hirschsprung" inn, then soon onto a forest path and off into nature - you walk over a hill to the King David viewpoint. If you are sure-footed, you can make a detour to Hirschsprung a little further on - according to...
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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