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Best trails in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"

Best trails in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"

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Want to find the best trails in LSG "Bayerische Rhön" for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 181 great trails for hiking, walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow nature lovers. Ready for your next adventure? Explore one of 27 easy hiking trails in LSG "Bayerische Rhön" that are ideal for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 52 to 7,533 meters of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to LSG "Bayerische Rhön".

Top sights

Kreuzberg (Rhön)
Kreuzberg (Rhön)
Peak
Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel
Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel
Peak
Aussichtsturm Schwarzes Moor
Aussichtsturm Schwarzes Moor
Viewpoint
Heidelstein
Heidelstein
Peak
Ilmenberg
Ilmenberg
Peak
Rhönflieger
Rhönflieger
Viewpoint

Top trails

  1. #1 - Naturlehrpfad Schwarzes Moor

    4.5 (28)·Easy·3.2 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Family-friendly walk in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park near Fladungen. From the "Schwarzes Moor / Dreiländereck" car park, where there is a children's playground, refreshments and bathrooms, the trail leads through the unique landscape of the nature reserve. There is a lookout tower towards the end of the tour, which is definitely worth a visit. The route leads along a boardwalk with many information boards that provide information about the moor and its special...

  2. #2 - Kreuzbergtour

    4.5 (32)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Scenic Rhön extreme tour, Bavaria This route is a certified premium hiking trail. Typical of the Rhön, the route is characterised by a great deal of variety: sometimes it leads through idyllic mountain meadows, then again through dense deciduous forests. Much of the landscape is protected, for example as part of the Bavarian High Rhön bird sanctuary. From the summit of the Kreuzberg, which claims the title of "Holy Mountain of the Franconians" and has a whole group of summit crosses, there...

  3. #3 - Hochrhöntour

    4.7 (38)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Beautiful premium hiking trail in the Bavarian Rhön. An extra tour full of beautiful views, certified by the German Hiking Institute. It leads along narrow grass paths through open landscapes and mountain meadows. Sheep and goats can be seen from time to time. It passes through almost unspoilt nature and wonderful views can be enjoyed from the Heidelstein into the Lange Rhön. There are rest areas and opportunities to stop for refreshments at the Thüringer Hütte and the idyllic Basaltsee lake...

  4. #4 - Bad Kissingen's Wichtelhölen (Gnome Caves)

    4.5 (36)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Family-friendly circular hike near Bad Kissingen in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park. The entertaining, yet very varied circular tour leads from the Bad Kissingen ice rink via the Eyringsberg to the "Batzenleite", where the gnome caves are located. You return to the starting point via the Luitpoldpark in Bad Kissingen. ---- Accessible by bus and train There are places to stop for refreshments

  5. #5 - Rhön Circular Route 3

    4.6 (24)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular circular route in the Bavarian Rhön, Bavaria, Germany This relaxing route starts in Kloster-Kreuzberg at the beginning of the different Rhön circular routes. The Kreuzberg is the highest mountain in the region. From the summit, the marvellous views over the open countryside can be enjoyed. The Kreuzberg monastery with its monastery church is a worthy end to the tour. It is possible to stop for refreshments at the monastery tavern or the nearby Gemündener Hütte. The Neustädter Haus...

  6. #6 - Königsweg

    4.6 (18)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Favourite Rhön extreme tour, Bavaria The hiking tour around Bad Brückenau is a certified premium hiking trail and can easily be completed in 2.5 hours. The Königsweg extra tour leads through the beech forests of the Rhön and the castle park of the state spa, where King Ludwig liked to spend his time. You can arrive by bus and train and there are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Castle park of the state spa - Royal oak - Volkersberg with baroque monastery church -...

  7. #7 - Kuppenweg

    4.2 (20)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Popular Rhön excursion in the UNESCO Rhön Biosphere Reserve, Bavaria The Kuppenweg extra tour is a certified premium hiking trail that starts at the Platzer Kuppe hiking car park. On this varied loop through several protected areas, including the Bavarian High Rhön FFH area and the Bavarian High Rhön bird sanctuary, you can experience pure nature; from ancient, dense forests to gently babbling streams and unrivalled panoramic views, this route offers just about everything a hiker's heart...

  8. #8 - Um den Kreuzberg

    4.9 (10)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly circular hiking trail near Bischofsheim in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park. From the Klosterkreuzberg, where you can visit the monastery church, candle chapel or Mariengrotte, the trail leads up to the Kreuzberg via the Rhönflieger viewpoint. From here you have a magnificent view of the hilly landscape of the Rhön. Back at the starting point, there are several places to stop for refreshments. ------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train (bus stop:...

  9. #9 - Basaltsee - Gangolfsberg - Thuringian Hut

    5.0 (8)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Varied circular route in the Rhön biosphere reserve, Bavaria. The circular route starts at the basalt lake and leads across meadows and forests via the Gangolfsberg to the Thüringer Hütte. There homemade Franconian specialities and refreshments can be enjoyed. The route back through the forest is quite leisurely. Highlights: - Basalt lake - Gangolfsberg - Thuringian hut

  10. #10 - Basalt Trail

    4.7 (11)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    High-contrast, certified premium hiking trail in the Rhön, Bavaria. This route is part of the Rhön Extratours and is located in the Löserhag natural forest reserve, part of the "Bavarian High Rhön" FFH area. The circular trail boasts marvellous views, 200-year-old mixed forests, romantic meadow sections and the mossy basalt rocks to which it owes its name. Hikers can find out about the region at the "House of the Black Mountains" and a particular highlight of the Basalt Trail extra tour is...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in LSG "Bayerische Rhön" is Naturlehrpfad Schwarzes Moor which has a 4.5 star rating from 28 reviews. This trail is 3.2 km long with an elevation gain of 72 m.

What is the longest trail in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in LSG "Bayerische Rhön" is Rhön300 Cycling Marathon. This trail is estimated to be 298.5 km long.

How many trails are in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

There are 181 trails in LSG "Bayerische Rhön".These trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 602 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Rhön300 Cycling Marathon has the most elevation gain with 7,533 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Radweg Vom Main zur Rhön, which has 4,658 m of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 29 camping trails in LSG "Bayerische Rhön" and the most popular is Bad Kissingen's Wichtelhölen (Gnome Caves) with an average 4.5 star rating from 36 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 39 running trails in LSG "Bayerische Rhön" and the most popular is Kuppenweg with an average 4.2 star rating from 20 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 28 biking trails in LSG "Bayerische Rhön" and the most popular is Die Vier-Gipfel-Tour with an average 4.1 star rating from 5 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Yes, there are 95 trails with scenic mountain peak views in LSG "Bayerische Rhön", including Kreuzbergtour, Hochrhöntour, Rhön Circular Route 3, Kuppenweg and Um den Kreuzberg.

Are there any trails with waterfalls in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Are there any trails with weather shelters in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Are there any trails with historical ruins in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Are there any trails with castles in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Yes, there are 37 trails with castles in LSG "Bayerische Rhön", including Königsweg, Staatsbad Brückenau - Eckarts, Ostheimer Trail, Von Bad Brückenau auf den Dreistelz and Dreistelzkop ab Staatsbad Brückenau-.

Are there any trails with springs in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Yes, there are 47 trails with springs in LSG "Bayerische Rhön", including Kreuzbergtour, Kuppenweg, Basaltsee - Gangolfsberg - Thuringian Hut, Arnsberg and Kreuzberg Mountains and Rhön-Rundweg Hausen 5.

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Yes, there are 42 trails with scenic viewpoints in LSG "Bayerische Rhön", including Naturlehrpfad Schwarzes Moor, Rhön Circular Route 3, Um den Kreuzberg, Basalt Trail and Arnsberg and Kreuzberg Mountains.

Are there any trails with lakes in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Are there any trails with caves in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Yes, there are 6 trails with archaeological sites in LSG "Bayerische Rhön", including Museumstour, MTB round Hausen / Rhön, Rhönrundweg Saaletal 4, Klaushof Loop and Bad Bocklet nach Münnerstadt über Reichenbach.

Are there any trails with rivers in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Yes, there are 26 trails with rivers in LSG "Bayerische Rhön", including Königsweg, Thulbataler, Staatsbad Brückenau - Eckarts, Dreistelzkop ab Staatsbad Brückenau- and Rhönexpress Bahn-Radweg.

Are there any trails with beaches in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Yes, there are 3 trails with beaches in LSG "Bayerische Rhön", including Burglauer - Bad Bocklet - Burghausen, Steinach an der Saale loop and Vom Schloss Aschach nach Steinach an der Saale.

Are there any trails with picnic areas in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Are there any trails with ponds in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Are there any trails with huts in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

Yes, there are 2 trails with huts in LSG "Bayerische Rhön", including Rhön-Rundweg "Kapellenweg" and MTB-Tour: Heufurter Wald und Brüchs.

Are there any trails with cliffs in LSG "Bayerische Rhön"?

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