Best trails near Witzenhöhle
4.6(202 reviews)
Witzenhöhle: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 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. Witzenhöhle: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Witzenhöhle are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (101)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrAdventurous circular hiking trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Caves are to be discovered, and views are enjoyed on this popular circular route in Franconian Switzerland. Since the very well-marked path leads through some dark caves, a flashlight or a smartphone with a light function is recommended. An exhilarating hike for the whole family! There are rest stops in Muggendorf. Highlights of the hike: - Oswald Cave - Miracle Cave - Cave of jokes -...
- 4.6 (69)·Moderate·12.4 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried circular route in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. This romantic hiking trail starts in Muggendorf, from where you first follow the hiking sign with the vertical red line. The first exciting highlight of this tour will soon be reached: The Oswald Cave, which is finally crossed completely (don't forget your flashlights!). It continues through the forest to the Zwecklesgraben, from where the path is marked with a yellow ring. In the further course of the...
- 3.9 (20)·Moderate·3.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly hike to the Oswald Caves, Bavaria. The highlight of this route are the Oswald caves, which can be discovered right at the start (don't forget your torches). Then it's up to the Hohle Berg and finally back to the starting point via the Mehlbeerensteig. Along the way, the Hohes Kreuz lookout tower provides wonderful views of the surrounding area. Sturdy footwear is recommended and a head for heights is an advantage at one point or another. Highlights: - Oswald caves -...
- 4.8 (3)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried classic around Müggendorf, Bavaria. This extensive circular hike shows the scenic diversity of the Wiesenttal valley. The route initially leads from Muggendorf up to the heights, where there are viewing cliffs and highlights such as the Oswald Cave and the Quacken Castle. After the descent to Rieserburg Castle, a relaxed section follows through the confluence valley of the Wiesent and Aufseß rivers. The final section is the ascent via Albertshof, which once again offers sweeping views...
- 4.9 (4)·Hard·19.8 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried route section in Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria On the tenth stage of the Franconian Trail, you can marvel at numerous caves. It goes through fir forests and across sunny fields and along the banks of the Wiesent. At Riesenburg Castle, you can marvel at an overgrown collapse cave with a natural bridge. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Oswald Cave - Giant's Castle - Gößweinstein Castle - Franconian Switzerland" steam locomotive - "Zur Heiligen Dreifaltigkeit"...
- Moderate·33.6 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrThe high-altitude long-distance hiking trail runs through the following villages and can be started and ended anywhere: Behringersmühle - Pfaffenstein - Moritz - Engelhardsberg - Adlerstein - Quakenschloß - Hohler Berg - Oswaldshöhle - Streitberg - Binghöhle - Hummerstein - Unterleinleiter - Heiligenstadt - Neumühle - Burg Greifenstein - Aufseß The route in the heart of Franconian Switzerland is identical to the Franconian Trail.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Witzenhöhle?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Witzenhöhle. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Witzenhöhle?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Witzenhöhle is Muggendorf Cave Trail, which has a 4.5 star rating from 101 reviews. This trail is 6.9 km long with an elevation gain of 343 m.
What is the longest trail near Witzenhöhle?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Witzenhöhle is Heinrich-Uhl-Weg (Rot-senkrecht): Von Behringermühle nach Aufseß. This trail is estimated to be 33.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Witzenhöhle?
Witzenhöhle: With an ascent of 1,208 m, Heinrich-Uhl-Weg (Rot-senkrecht): Von Behringermühle nach Aufseß has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Frankenweg stage 10: Wiesenttal - Pottenstein with 725 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Witzenhöhle?
The most popular and difficult trail near Witzenhöhle is Frankenweg stage 10: Wiesenttal - Pottenstein with a 4.9-star rating from 4 reviews.
Top sights in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park
Explore in the Wiesenttal area
More trails
- Burgruine Neideck - Brunhildenstein -Trainmeuseler Brunnen
- Romantic Trail Müggendorf
- Castle and Cave Hike in Streitberg
- Druid tour from Muggendorf to Druid Grove and Frauenstein
- Swing Arch Loop (Muggendorfer Rundweg)
- Von der Riesenburg nach Muggendorf und Albertsdorf
- Frankenweg stage 10: Wiesenttal - Pottenstein
- Rundwanderweg Birkenreuth-Wohlmannsgesees
Activities
Attractions
- Cave trails in Wiesenttal
- Forest trails in Wiesenttal
- Hard trails in Wiesenttal
- Long trails in Wiesenttal
- Moderate trails in Wiesenttal
- River trails in Wiesenttal
- Trails with historic sites in Wiesenttal
- Trails with views in Wiesenttal
- Waterfall trails in Wiesenttal
- Wildflower trails in Wiesenttal
- Wildlife trails in Wiesenttal
Suitability
Points of interest
- Matterhornwand
- Muschelquelle
- Ruine Neideck
- Haager Brunnen
- Schwammkalkfelsmassiv mit vorgelagertem Streitberger Schild und Ruine
- Lochgefängnis unter der Streitburg
- Sinterterrassen
- Riesenburg
- Kneippanlage Muggendorf
- Doktorshöhle
- Hohler Berg
- Obere Muggendorfer Wände
- Oswaldhöhle
- König-Ludwig-Felsen
- Wundershöhle
- Aussichtsturm Hohes Kreuz
- Binghöhle
- Guck-Hüll
- Kirchenweghöhle
- Erfahrungsfeld der Sinne