Best trails near Schafstein
4.6(39 reviews)
Schafstein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including camping trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Schafstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schafstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.8 (21)·Hard·20.6 km·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrCertified premium hiking trail in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. All kinds of peaks characterised by great views and idyllic bodies of water line the path on this Rhön extra tour. It takes you high up to the peaks of the Wasserkuppe and Pferdskopf and past the Guckaisee lake (where you can swim) and the Fulda spring. Highlights of the hike: - Views from the Pferdskopf - Source of the Fulda - Lake Guckaisee - Schafstein nature reserve near West Saxony
- 4.5 (7)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Hessian Rhön around Reulbach. Duration: approx. 3 hours Start/finish: Bornberg car park Highlights of the hike: - Königstein - Schafstein nature reserve with views over the basalt block fields to the Ulster Valley - St Martin's Chapel with idyllic pond - Refreshment stop at Reulbacher Eck Accessible by bus and train.
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·50.9 km·Est. 16–17.5 hrStarting in the air cure resort of Wüstensachsen, the Buchoniarundweg explores the core of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Rhön. The route is marked by a black "B" logo and is best split into two or three daily stages, with regional inns and guesthouses providing overnight stops along the way. Walking across the open plateau of the Lange Rhön, hikers encounter natural highlights like the Schafstein basalt boulder field, the quiet boardwalks of the Schwarzes Moor, and the cascading Eisgraben...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·59.1 km·Est. 18–20 hrVaried cycle tour in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park, Bavaria. This tour can be started in Sondernau or Wüstensachsen, for example. Several nature reserves, including the Stirnberg nature reserve near Wüstensachsen and the Lange Rhön nature reserve, line the route. Highlights of the cycle tour: - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein - Lange Rhön nature reserve
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·31.4 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrA tour that leads partly along the Hochrhönstraße, which is characterised by a pleasant elevation profile in an otherwise hilly landscape. We recommend taking a short break in the Schwarzes Moor nature reserve, leaving the bikes behind and exploring the boardwalk on foot.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Schafstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schafstein is Guckaisee, which has a 4.8 star rating from 21 reviews. This trail is 20.6 km long with an elevation gain of 814 m.
What is the longest trail near Schafstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schafstein is Sondernau - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein. This trail is estimated to be 59.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schafstein?
Schafstein: With an ascent of 2,133 m, Sondernau - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is The Buchonia Circular Route from Wüstensachsen (Rhön) with 1,904 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schafstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schafstein is Guckaisee with a 4.8-star rating from 21 reviews.
