Best waterfall trails in Bodenmais
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Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Bodenmais with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.5 (142)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop to the Riesloch waterfalls in the Bavarian Forest. This great hike begins at the Riesloch Falls hiking car park and leads the Riesbach folden steadily uphill past the Untere Wasserstube until you finally reach the popular Riesloch Falls. After enjoying this natural spectacle to the full, return on the Arberhochstrasse until the loop closes again at the starting point. The second part of the hike is designed as a relaxed descent. Highlights of the hike: - impressive Riesloch...
- 4.6 (37)·Easy·1.4 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrSpectacular tour near Bodenmais in the Bavarian Forest. This short walk leads to the "Hochfall" natural monument, which consists of a 1 km long, largely untouched flow section of the Moosbach. This piece has been a natural monument since 1965, which can be explored from a small bridge that leads across the stream. Highlights of the hike: - family-friendly - Waterfall
- 4.8 (24)·Hard·3.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hiking trail in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Access route no. 18 meets the long distance trail "Goldsteig" at Kleiner Arber. The start is at the train station in Bodenmais. The scenic highlight is the Riesloch nature reserve, which is known for its waterfalls. Highlights of the hike: - Riesloch falls - Riesloch nature reserve - Cham hut - Little Arber
- 4.9 (12)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe route begins at the Klause trail entrance and leads explorers deep into the rugged wilderness surrounding the Riesloch gorge. Dense woodland surrounds the trail as it follows the tumbling mountain streams toward the iconic waterfalls. After the steady incline along the water, the trail reaches the quiet clearing at Schweiklruhe, offering expansive views of the surrounding hills, valleys, and distant mountain summits. The path then transitions onto the broader Arberhochstraße, providing a...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·22.9 mi·Est. 13–14 hrPanoramic, wonderful hike near Bodenmais, Bavaria. The start of the hike is the Bodenmais train station. The trail leads along the Riesloch Falls over the Abersteig to the Great Arber. After enjoying a fantastic panoramic view, continue via the Chamer Hütte, Kötztinger Hütte and Mittagstein to the destination, the train station in Bad Kötzting. Highlights of the hike: - Räuber-Heigl-Höhle - Riedelstein - Heugstatt
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route follows the Arberhochstrasse hiking trail from start to finish and then returns to the starting point. The Arberhochstraße is located in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park and north of the town of Bodenmais. The hike is relatively hilly and forested, so you should be well prepared. There are plenty of beautiful views!
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Bodenmais?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Bodenmais is Über den 12-Tausendergipfel. This trail is estimated to be 22.9 mi long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Bodenmais?
Bodenmais: With an ascent of 5,324 ft, Über den 12-Tausendergipfel has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Great Arber Loop with 3,982 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Bodenmais?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Bodenmais is Goldsteig Access No. 18: Bodenmais - Kleiner Arber with a 4.8-star rating from 23 reviews.
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- Untere Wasserstube
- Obere Wasserstube
- Rißlochfälle
- Mittagsplatzl
- Schutzhütte am Seesteig
- Kleiner Arber
- Hochfall
- Arberhütte
- Hochzellberg
- Silberberg
- Hoher Steinriegel
- Aussichtsplattform des roten Pfads der Ameisenstraße
- Kühberg
- Langlaufzentrum Bretterschachten
- Brandtner Riegel
- Sonnenfels
- Einsiedlerberg
- Silberbergwerk
- Am Arberhütten-Schachten
- Blick in den Gottesgab-Stollen