Best forest trails in Bad Kissingen

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#1 - Bad Kissingen's Wichtelhölen (Gnome Caves)
4.5 (36)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Family-friendly circular hike near Bad Kissingen in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park. The entertaining, but nevertheless very varied round tour leads from the Bad Kissinger ice rink over the Eyringsberg to the "Batzenleite", where the Wichtelhöhlen are located. It goes back to the starting point via Luitpoldpark in Bad Kissingen. ---- Accessible by bus and train There are places to stop for a break
#2 - Hochrhöner Stage 1: Bad Kissingen - Stralsbach
4.0 (4)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Premium hiking trail and section of the Hochrhöner in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park It starts in Bad Kissingen, which is known as a health resort and for its salt production and is worth a visit in itself. Most of this certified route leads through shady forests. Highlights: - Klaushof with animal enclosures - Mountain Church
#3 - Rund um Bad Kissingen
4.0 (2)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#4 - Hochrhöner Stage 2: Stralsbach - Oberweißbrunn
4.8 (7)·Hard·16.4 mi·Est. 8–9 hr
Premium hiking trail and scenic section of the Hochrhöner The ascent to the Kreuzberg is quite steep and strenuous, but can be rewarded with a monastery beer from the Franciscans. On this certified premium hiking trail you have great views of the Black Mountains. Highlights: - Kosterkirche Frauenroth - Grave of the minstrel Otto von Botenlauben - Klosterkreuzberg
#5 - Hochrhöner (Fernwanderweg)
5.0 (3)·Hard·83.4 mi·Est. 24 hr+
Historical, certified premium hiking trail in the Rhön, Bavaria, Hesse and Thuringia. The unique features of the Rhön Biosphere Reserve come into their own on this route. The picture is characterized by expansive views, bare heights, dark moors, basalt heaps, and old beech trees. The hike in the “Land of Open Distances” begins in the world-famous health resort of Bad Kissingen and ends in Bad Salzungen. The Hochrhöner leads over the highest peaks of the Rhön, Kreuzberg, Heidelstein,...
#6 - Main-Saale Cycle Path: Bad Kissingen-Schweinfurt
5.0 (1)·Moderate·18.6 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hr
Comfortable bike tour in Lower Franconia, Bavaria. This cycle path is perfect for a one-day city tour since the two cities of Bad Kissingen and Schweinfurt are connected by the shortest possible route via paved field and forest paths and quiet side roads. In the direction described here, a steep ascent has to be overcome from the Saale valley to Oerlenbach. The cycle path can also be used in the opposite direction and is then much easier. Highlights: - Luitpold Park in Bad Kissingen -...
#7 - Pfad der Besinnung bei Bad Kissingen
4.0 (1)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
#8 - Rhönrundweg Saaletal 4
3.5 (4)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
#9 - Klaushof Loop
3.7 (2)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
There are places to stop for a break.
#10 - Hike to the Wernquelle
3.0 (1)·Moderate·9.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Accessible by bus and train.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Bad Kissingen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Bad Kissingen is Hochrhöner (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 83.4 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Bad Kissingen?

Bad Kissingen: With an ascent of 16,640 ft, Hochrhöner (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Hochrhöner Stage 2: Stralsbach - Oberweißbrunn with 3,667 ft of elevation gain.