Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten
5.3kmLength
209mElevation gain
1.5–2hrEstimated time
Circular
Popular circular hiking trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park, Bavaria.
This is a beautiful circular hike from Unterzaunsbach via Hundshaupten to Oberzaunsbach. The route leads along paved and unpaved paths through forests and meadows. A visit to the Hundshaupten wildlife park is recommended en route.
Highlights of the hike:
- Unterzaunsbach
- Oberzaunsbach
- Hundshaupten
- Hundshaupten Castle
- Hundshaupten Wildlife Park
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Top sights
Schloss Hundshaupten
Castle
Wildschwein
Attraction
Forelle
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Wollschwein
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Zwergziege
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Thüringer Waldziege
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Norwegisches Fjordpferd
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Naturlehrpfad
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Meerschweinchen
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Göttinger Minischwein
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Hängebauchschwein
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Warzenente
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Thüringer Waldesel
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Nandu
Attraction
Rentier
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Haushuhn
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Alpaka
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Waschbär
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Wisent
Attraction
Zwergkaninchen
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Pfau
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Europ. Sumpfschildkröte
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Zwerg-Kaninchen
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Frettchen
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Uhu
Attraction
Top sights
Schloss Hundshaupten
Castle
Wildschwein
Attraction
Forelle
Attraction
Wollschwein
Attraction
Zwergziege
Attraction
Thüringer Waldziege
Attraction
Norwegisches Fjordpferd
Attraction
Naturlehrpfad
Attraction
Meerschweinchen
Attraction
Göttinger Minischwein
Attraction
Hängebauchschwein
Attraction
Warzenente
Attraction
Thüringer Waldesel
Attraction
Nandu
Attraction
Rentier
Attraction
Haushuhn
Attraction
Alpaka
Attraction
Waschbär
Attraction
Wisent
Attraction
Zwergkaninchen
Attraction
Pfau
Attraction
Europ. Sumpfschildkröte
Attraction
Zwerg-Kaninchen
Attraction
Frettchen
Attraction
Uhu
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 5.3-km circular trail near Pretzfeld, Bavaria. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 40 min to complete. This trail is great for running and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten?
Expected weather for Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 21.8 degrees/onbewolkt
- Sun 27 September - 22.6 degrees/onbewolkt
- Mon 28 September - 21.9 degrees/onbewolkt
- Tue 29 September - 21.3 degrees/onbewolkt
- Wed 30 September - 20.9 degrees/onbewolkt
Where is Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten located?
Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten is a trail located in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park.
How hard is Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten?
Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten is considered a moderate hike that covers 5.3 km, with an elevation gain of 209 m. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten?
Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten is considered a moderate hike that covers 5.3 km, with an elevation gain of 209 m. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten a circular?
Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten is a circular trail that covers 5.3 km, with an elevation gain of 209 m. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten?
Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten is a circular trail that covers 5.3 km, with an elevation gain of 209 m. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten?
Dogs may be allowed on Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten is partially paved.
Are there forests at Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten?
Yes, Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten is a forest trail in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park.
Is there wildlife at Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Loop trail Unterzaunsbach - Hundshaupten in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on 25 September 2026 at 02:43 GMT+0