Best trail running trails in Bischofsgrün

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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Bischofsgrün with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

Top trails

#1 - Weißmain-Ochsenkopf-Steig
4.5 (55)·Hard·7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Popular quality trail in the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park, Bavaria. The Weißmain-Ochsenkopf-Steig is a certified quality hiking trail in the Fichtelgebirge. Starting from the paid parking lot at the Ochsenkopf Nord valley station in Bischofsgrün, the trail leads up to the Ochsenkopf on a very varied and quite challenging route. Along the way, there is plenty of untouched nature, wild rock formations, fantastic panoramic views and a picturesque river course. If necessary, the hike can be...
#2 - Schneeberg from Bischofsgruen (Backoefeleweg)
3.4 (4)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
Popular hike in the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park, Bavaria. The Backoefeleweg is a popular hiking trail from Bischofsgruen to Schneeberg, which is 1051 m above sea level and the highest mountain in the Fichtelgebirge and all of Franconia. From the Bischofsgruen town hall you walk through Birnstengel and past the beautiful park "Duerrbecks Landschaftsgarten". At the latest from here it is a constant, but moderate incline uphill to the Backoefele on the summit of the Schneeberg. Highlights of...

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest running trail in Bischofsgrün?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Bischofsgrün is Schneeberg from Bischofsgruen (Backoefeleweg). This trail is estimated to be 10.0 mi long.

Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Bischofsgrün?

Bischofsgrün: With an ascent of 1,879 ft, Schneeberg from Bischofsgruen (Backoefeleweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Weißmain-Ochsenkopf-Steig with 1,604 ft of elevation gain.