Best trails near Burgruine Lichtenegg
4.5(30 reviews)
Burgruine Lichtenegg: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 9 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Burgruine Lichtenegg: Explore this area from one of 3 easy hiking routes or discover child friendly routes for your next family trip. Burgruine Lichtenegg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Burgruine Lichtenegg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (14)·Easy·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hike from Lichtenegg in the Bavarian Upper Palatinate. The Magic Forest Orchid Trail was created by the village of Lichtenegg and leads visitors through the beautiful forest with its 20 different orchid species, which bloom from May until late summer. But it's not just the exotic splendour of the flowers that you can look forward to, this short circular trail also has bizarre rock formations and a medieval castle ruin to offer. ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.1 (2)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail in the Upper Palatinate, Bavaria. The Magic Forest Orchid Trail near Alfeld promises a varied hiking experience, which, however, requires a basic level of fitness due to some ups and downs. The route runs past the Hoher Fels and the Tuerkenfels as well as the castle ruins of Lichtenegg. The loop trail is particularly beautiful in spring/early summer when the orchids are in bloom. Highlights of the hike: - Lichtenegg castle ruins - Orchids - several rock formations
- 4.6 (5)·Hard·18.7 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried circular hike in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park from Weigendorf. The hiking route leads over the Knappenberg, the Buchenberg and the "cave in the sinkhole" to the ruins of Lichtenegg Castle. The ruins of the hilltop castle, which are well over 700 years old and freely accessible at all times, are enthroned on the 585 metre high castle hill and offer beautiful views of the Upper Palatinate. --- Accessible by bus and train
- Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrNatural section of the Erzweg long-distance hiking trail This hike takes you through forests and valleys, along picturesque waterways and through idyllic villages and towns steeped in history. The numerous historical and cultural sights make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Lehental -Oedmühle -limestone formations -The three-valley community of Weigendorf -Hammer castle -rock needle "Alter Fritz" -Lichtenegg Castle
- Moderate·16.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrNatural section of the Erzweg long-distance hiking trail This hike takes you through forests and valleys, along picturesque waterways and through idyllic villages and towns steeped in history. The numerous historical and cultural sights make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Castle village of Lichtenegg -Turkenfelsen -Dolomite dome landscape
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Burgruine Lichtenegg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Burgruine Lichtenegg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Burgruine Lichtenegg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Burgruine Lichtenegg is Magic forest orchid path, which has a 4.5 star rating from 14 reviews. This trail is 4.2 km long with an elevation gain of 154 m.
What is the longest trail near Burgruine Lichtenegg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Burgruine Lichtenegg is Weigendorf und Burg Lichtegg Wanderung. This trail is estimated to be 18.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Burgruine Lichtenegg?
Burgruine Lichtenegg: With an ascent of 749 m, Weigendorf und Burg Lichtegg Wanderung has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Enchanted Forest Orchid Trail with 570 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Burgruine Lichtenegg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Burgruine Lichtenegg is Weigendorf und Burg Lichtegg Wanderung with a 4.6-star rating from 5 reviews.
