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Best moderate trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park

Best moderate 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

    4.6 (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 - 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

  7. #7 - 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.

  8. #8 - 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...

  9. #9 - Höllbachweg

    4.3 (11)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    From the overview board in the car park at the entrance to Rettenbach, head north. Then cross the main road (watch out for busy roads!) and walk past Grubmühle to the Postfelden reservoir and then towards Postfelden. Pass a small car park for hikers with an overview board and walk straight ahead along a short section of the small road before turning right to Höllbachhof, which is located directly at the entrance to the "Hölle" (nature reserve). Walk along the roaring Höllbach stream to...

  10. #10 - Von Eck zur Köztinger Hütte

    4.4 (7)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular, multi-faceted hiking trail in the Taubertal nature reserve, Saarland. This circular hiking trail begins near Kirkel and first leads over the Frauenbrunnen fountain and around the Taubertal nature reserve. On the way back, you can enjoy the view from the Höllerburg vantage point. The circular route is very varied and leads through dense mixed deciduous forest along impressive red sandstone formations. The rock formations impress with their bizarre shapes, wide crevices, narrow...
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