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Best historic site trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park

Best historic site 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 - 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...

  2. #2 - 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.

  3. #3 - 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...

  4. #4 - Osser-Riesen-Steig (La03)

    4.9 (16)·Hard·9.5 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The starting point is the car park in Lambach at the fairytale and ghost castle. From there, walk past the fairytale and ghost castle on the right along a tarmac path to the cast-iron Madonna (you will pass several stops on the Holzweg, a nature trail). When you reach the statue of the Virgin Mary, turn right and follow the signs for La3. Next to the telephone line supported by wooden poles, the stony hiking trail runs steadily...

  5. #5 - Knight and Ghost Trail (Ni06)

    4.6 (11)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The Knights and Ghosts Trail is a wonderful circular hike in the Regen Valley. The route is marked with signs labelled "Wanderweg 6". A very special attraction is the ruins of Stockenfels Castle, a hilltop castle built around 1340. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic Regental valley - Regental rock - beautiful forest paths - Stockenfels castle ruins

  6. #6 - Perlsee loop trail (Wm02)

    4.6 (6)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The Perlseer circular hiking trail is ideal for families with children. The Schwarzach reservoir in the shape of a pearl is located just outside Waldmünchen and can be approached or hiked directly from the town. As it is a circular hiking trail, you can start anywhere. The tour here starts near the car park at the Alte Ziegelhütte campsite. From there, you walk past the campsite and down to the natural high...

  7. #7 - Schwarzenburgweg (Rz01)

    4.5 (10)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Popular circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Start at the Bräuhausgarten (public WC). This beautiful and varied circular hike leads through several wooded areas and across marvellous fields with sweeping views. The rock formations of the Steinerne Wand and the ruins of Schwarzenburg Castle with its viewing tower are particularly beautiful. Highlights of the hike: - Schwarzenburg castle ruins with viewing tower - Detour to Hillstett (optional) - Schwarzach...

  8. #8 - Riedelstein loop (Ar10)

    4.7 (9)·Hard·6.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The circular hiking trail to the Großer Riedelstein starts at the hikers' car park near Eschlsaign. Follow the hiking markings uphill to the forest road and from here a little to the right along the well-paved path, the ascent to the Großer Riedelstein begins with the natural monument "Waldschmidtdenkmal", which was erected in honour of the local writer "Maximilian Waldschmidt". The hiking trail continues to the...

  9. #9 - König vom Bayerwald - 54km

    4.1 (3)·Hard·55 km·Est. 19.5–21.5 hr
    Challenging route in the Bavarian Forest near Arrach, Bavaria. This long and challenging route through the Bavarian Forest is the route of the "König vom Bayernwald" ("King of the Bavarian Forest") and part of the "Ultra Trail Lamer Winkel". For the most part, the running course leads over narrow single trails that run along mountain ridges with an overwhelming panorama. The high rock of the Haibühler Spitz, near the Ödriegel, is an impressive highlight, as is the highest mountain in the...

  10. #10 - Künische Kapelle

    4.8 (6)·Moderate·6.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best historic site trail to hike in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best historic site trail to hike in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park is Schwarzwihrberg Circular Route, which has a 4.5 star rating from 29 reviews. This trail is 5.3 km long with an elevation gain of 201 m.

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

According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site 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 historic site trails are in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

There are 159 historic site trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park.These historic site trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 300 AllTrails community reviews.

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

MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest has the most elevation gain for historic site trails with 18,141 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Bavarian Forest: Southern main hiking route, which has 5,232 m of elevation gain.

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