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Best trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park

Best trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park

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The Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park borders the Bavarian Forest Nature Park to the south and the German-Czech border to the east. It is the fourth largest nature park in Bavaria and covers the districts of Cham and Schwandorf. Hikers can enjoy varied nature and explore the small Arbersee lake with its floating islands, the Rötelsee area with its many wild animals and migratory birds or the Höllbach with its rocks and woodland areas. There is a castle museum in Falkenstein Castle Park and historic castle ruins to discover in Sattelpeilstein Castle Park and the Schwarzenberg pile ruins.

Nature can be explored with all your senses - alone or with the help of the regularly organised guided tours. During the summer holidays, there is an additional holiday programme and events for children with the motto "On the trail of nature".

Top sights

Naturschutzgebiet Hölle
Naturschutzgebiet Hölle
Viewpoint
Räuber Heigl Höhle
Räuber Heigl Höhle
Cave
Kreuzfelsen
Kreuzfelsen
Peak
Mühlbauernberg
Mühlbauernberg
Peak
Mittagstein
Mittagstein
Peak
Mittagsstein-Denkmal
Mittagsstein-Denkmal
Viewpoint

Top trails

  1. #1 - Rundweg durch die Hölle

    4.7 (99)·Moderate·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Heavenly circular route through the Hölle nature reserve in the Bavarian Forest. The name ("Hölle" means "hell") shouldn't be off-putting, as this is a family-friendly and fantastic hiking trail over hill and dale and past huge granite and gneiss boulders. Most of the time, the trail leads through the Höllbach valley and follows the "Wilder Mann 149" and "RB03" markings. The start is at the car park of the nature reserve. From Brennberg, the number 900 bus to the "Wanderparkplatz Höllbach"...

  2. #2 - Big Arber

    4.9 (29)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular hike in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. At 1455 metres above sea level, the Großer Arber is the highest mountain in the Bavarian Forest and Bohemian Forest. The start and finish of this hike high up to the "King of the Bavarian Forest" is the car park at the valley station of the Arber mountain railway. Depending on your wishes, the outward or return journey can be replaced by a leisurely ride on the Arber mountain railway. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Großer...

  3. #3 - Zum Kaitersberg ab Reitenberg

    4.5 (41)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Entertaining circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park near Bad Kötzing. From the hiking car park in Reitenberg, the route leads via the Räuber Heigl cave to the Kötztinger Hütte. The serviced mountain hut with its magnificent viewing terrace is located in the Kaitersberg ridge on the Mittagstein (1,034 m). After a refreshment, you return via the Kreuzfelsen.

  4. #4 - Kleiner Arbersee Circular

    4.5 (29)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Charming hiking trail around the small Abersee in Bavaria. The small Arbersee is one of the natural gems of the region. The natural lake, with its three small islands, always offers new views as you circle it. This route begins south of Sommerau and runs through the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park. Highlights of the hike: - Abersee - Beautiful views of and around the lake - Floating islands - Waterfalls ----------------------------------- Would you like to explore other exciting day...

  5. #5 - Schwarzwihrberg Circular Route

    4.5 (29)·Moderate·5.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Panoramic hike up the Schwarzwihrberg, Bavaria. The route starts at the car park near the Hotel Bergfried on the edge of the town of Rötz. From there it goes directly uphill via the Schützsteig to the 690 metre high local mountain of the town of Rötz, the Schwarzwihrberg. Here you will find the Schwarzenburg castle ruins, which can be visited all year round. From there, and finally from the summit of the Schwarzwihrberg, there are marvellous views over the Schwarzach valley. the Schwarzach...

  6. #6 - Little and Big Arber

    4.3 (20)·Hard·16.7 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    Panoramic circular hike in the Bavarian Forest, Bavaria. This idyllic hike lies on the border between the Upper Bavarian Forest and Bavarian Forest nature parks and leads to the beautiful Kleiner Arbersee lake and over the Kleiner and Großer Arber mountains. If you wish, you can take the mountain railway down to the valley from the Großer Arber summit station. There is a refreshment stop at the Kleiner Arbersee.

  7. #7 - Großer Osser and Lohberger Steindl

    4.7 (21)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Panoramic hike in Lohberg, Bavaria. This circular trail offers the opportunity to really work out and simply enjoy the great outdoors. With the great views along the route, the effort is quickly forgotten! Refreshment stops are available along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Beführstein - Großer Osser - Armchair seat - Maxfelsen (1138 m) - Well Cistern

  8. #8 - Über den Grenzpfad zum Osser

    4.6 (21)·Moderate·7.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Natural circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park near Lam. The hiking route leads from the Osser-Sattel car park to the summit of Jägerhübel on the German-Czech border. The route follows the border past the border stone and via the Osserblick viewpoint to the "Großer Osser" summit. Here there are refreshment stops, further viewpoints and the historic touchstone. You then return to the starting point via the Kleiner Osser.

  9. #9 - Rund um den Hammersee

    4.4 (20)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    A scenic walk around the Hammersee lake in Bavaria. The Hammersee is popular with anglers, water sports fans and sunbathers alike. Surrounded by forest, it offers a beautiful, partly shady route all the way round with only moderate climbs. To shorten the route, the lake can optionally be crossed via the railway bridge. With the exception of the sandy beach, dogs are allowed everywhere. Highlights of the tour: - Weichselbrunner Weiher - Hammersee lake - Art installations - Sandy beach for...

  10. #10 - Grosser Arber - Kleiner Arber - Kleiner Arbersee

    4.4 (19)·Hard·15 km·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Panoramic hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The start and finish of this hike is the summit station of the mountain railway on the Großer Arber (for a more athletic challenge: start at the valley station of the mountain railway). From here it is a good seven kilometres to the Kleiner Arbersee lake, which is known above all for its floating islands. Apart from an ascent to the Chamer Hütte, the route is quite relaxed overall. Highlights of the hike: - Großer Arber -...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park is Rundweg durch die Hölle which has a 4.7 star rating from 98 reviews. This trail is 4.2 km long with an elevation gain of 115 m.

What is the longest trail in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park is MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest. This trail is estimated to be 679.0 km long.

How many trails are in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

There are 460 trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest has the most elevation gain with 18,141 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Trans Bayerwald: Südroute, which has 10,068 m of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 68 camping trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park and the most popular is Rund um den Hammersee with an average 4.4 star rating from 19 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 145 running trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park and the most popular is Schwarzwihrberg Circular Route with an average 4.5 star rating from 29 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 30 biking trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park and the most popular is Schwarzenburgweg (Rz01) with an average 4.5 star rating from 10 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 255 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Big Arber, Zum Kaitersberg ab Reitenberg, Schwarzwihrberg Circular Route, Little and Big Arber and Großer Osser and Lohberger Steindl.

Are there any trails with waterfalls in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with castles in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 89 trails with castles in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Schwarzwihrberg Circular Route, Knight and Ghost Trail (Ni06), Schwarzenburgweg (Rz01), Loop trail Kuernburg (St09) and Loop trail Regental (Cu7).

Are there any trails with springs in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with cliffs in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 12 trails with cliffs in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Kleiner Arbersee Circular, Schwarzwihrberg Circular Route, Über den Grenzpfad zum Osser, Schwarzenburgweg (Rz01) and König vom Bayerwald - 54km.

Are there any trails with lakes in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with ponds in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with rivers in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 34 trails with rivers in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Schwarzenburgweg (Rz01), Fischerlweg 1, Loop trail Regental (Cu7), Lamer Winkel-Arber cycle path and Chambtal-Radweg.

Are there any trails with caves in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with historical ruins in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 19 trails with historical ruins in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Schwarzwihrberg Circular Route, Knight and Ghost Trail (Ni06), Perlsee loop trail (Wm02), Schwarzenburgweg (Rz01) and König vom Bayerwald - 54km.

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with picnic areas in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Verbindungsweg der Fernwanderwege E6/E8 and Schönblick via Auerhahnsteig.

Are there any trails with weather shelters in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 23 trails with weather shelters in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Little and Big Arber, Rund um den Hammersee, Gibachtrundwanderweg, Hohen Bogen-Bärenriegel-Ahronriegel and Hohenbogen: Farrenruck - Schwarzriegel.

Are there any trails with huts in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with archaeological sites in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Höhenwanderweg von Rimbach and Aignhofweg.

Are there any trails with beaches in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with beaches in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, including Rund um den Silbersee TB10 and Sägmühlenweg (Ts01).

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