Best trails near Der Wal vom Waldstein
4.6(12 reviews)
Der Wal vom Waldstein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 3 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. Der Wal vom Waldstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 3 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Der Wal vom Waldstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (4)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful circular hike in the Franconian Forest, Bavaria. A varied circular hike through shady forests, where you can discover numerous reminders of the region's history. You pass the Bärenfang, a strange-looking building that was erected here in the 17th century and where bears were once actually caught. You can also marvel at the Devil's Table - the large rocks are shaped like a table and, according to legend, the devil himself used to play with iron cards here. You can stop off at the...
- 4.6 (8)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried hike in the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park from Weißenstadt. The beautiful route leads from the Weißenstadt lake district through the forest and past the quarry to the Waldsteinhaus, located on the slope of the Großer Waldstein summit. The Waldsteinhaus offers refreshment stops, overnight accommodation, and the Waldstein farm, which is particularly popular with children. A little further up from here to the summit area, the ruins of the Rotes Schloss castle, the Teufelstisch, the former...
- Moderate·15.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrhis route follows stage 4 of the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg, a long-distance trail in Germany, beginning in Zell im Fichtelgebirge and ending in Kirchenlamitz. The path departs Zell to wind through the scenic high forests of the northern Fichtelgebirge, passing the historic Saalequelle spring. It climbs to the Epprechtstein summit, leading hikers through an impressive granite labyrinth and past castle ruins with panoramic regional views before descending into Kirchenlamitz. Overnight stays are...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Der Wal vom Waldstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Der Wal vom Waldstein is Wanderung zum Großen Waldstein, which has a 4.5 star rating from 4 reviews. This trail is 7.4 km long with an elevation gain of 287 m.
What is the longest trail near Der Wal vom Waldstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Der Wal vom Waldstein is Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 4: Zell - Kirchenlamitz. This trail is estimated to be 15.9 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Der Wal vom Waldstein?
Der Wal vom Waldstein: With an ascent of 539 m, Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 4: Zell - Kirchenlamitz has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Weißenstadt - Großer Waldstein with 458 m of elevation gain.
