Best forest trails in Erlangen
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Erlangen 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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- 4.7 (9)·Easy·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed loop trail near Erlangen, Bavaria. This is the route of the Siemens Healthineers "Run4Health" running and walking event. The route in Brucker Meilwald is ideal for both walking and running. Highlights of the route: - Brucker Lache nature reserve - Bachgraben - St. Mary's Church
- 4.3 (14)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrWe varied Nordic Walking loop near Erlangen in Middle Franconia, Bavaria. The Nordic Walking loop leads through a beautiful landscape from the forest sports path from the Erlinger Meilwald to the Schwanenweihern. The tour includes two supplementary rounds to choose the difficulty yourself. There are two steeper climbs to master. The route is well-marked. The marking is a red dot on a more significant blue circle. Highlights: - Varied landscape - Forest sports trail
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis hike begins at the Tennenlohe forest adventure center car park. It leads past the labyrinth, through the Brucker Lache and crosses the main road into the Tennenloher forest. From there it goes on to the bullet trap wall. Then he turns around, passes the white cross and goes through the field into the forest. Then he makes a loop through the forest.
- 4.4 (4)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrOfficial walk of the city of Erlangen. A simple and family-friendly city walk through the green lungs and historical sights of Erlangen. Highlights: - Castle garden - Botanical Garden - Schiffstrasse - Possibility to stop at the Steinbach Bräu - Sculpture garden - Schwabach facility - Aroma garden - Palm plant - Bible garden
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·8.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrOfficial hiking route of the city of Erlangen. This hike leads north of Erlangen through the Erlanger Meilwald via Adlitz, Atzelsberg and Rathsberg to Burgberg. The tour is characterized by great views, idyllic forests and ponds, as well as several historic castles. Highlights of the hike: - View of Nuremberg near Marloffstein - Marloffstein clay pit - Adlitz Castle - Fairytale pond - Atzelsberg Castle
- 4.5 (7)·Hard·25.7 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrGreat circular hike from Erlangen to Franconian Switzerland. It goes from the north of Erlangen through the Erlanger Meilwald over the Marloffstein clay pit through Neunkirchen am Brand to Franconian Switzerland. Once across the Haarbachwald, the hike leads through Hetzles back over the Rathsberg to Erlangen. There are several places to stop for refreshments on the hike and with an overnight stay in Neunkirchen or Hetzles it can also be split into two daily stages. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 5.0 (6)·Easy·35.2 mi·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrPromising bike tour in Bavarian Middle Franconia around Erlangen. The bike tour takes you on bike paths and quiet side streets from the Erlangen district "In der Reuth" via Dechsendorf and Adelsdorf to Stiebarlimbach, where there is a rustic resting place in Roppel's cellar. Return to Erlangen on the Main-Danube Canal. All in all, a tour suitable for beginners with few inclines and easy paths. ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrForest-rich loop trail in the Tennenloher Forest, Bavaria. The starting point of this almost 12 km long route is the Turmberg car park. From here you hike or run sometimes on wide forest roads, sometimes on natural paths through the Tennenloher Forest. The highest point of the route is reached at Dreieckstein. It is worth pausing at the wild horse enclosure to watch the herd of Przewalski horses, also known as Mongolian wild horses. Highlights of the hike: - varied paths - Angel Monument -...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Erlangen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Erlangen is Markgrafenweg Erlangen-Bayreuth. This trail is estimated to be 51.8 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Erlangen?
Erlangen: With an ascent of 7,070 ft, Markgrafenweg Erlangen-Bayreuth has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is MTB: Frankenweg Rundkurs with 5,980 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Erlangen?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Erlangen is Erlangen - Hetzles with a 4.5-star rating from 7 reviews.
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- Bergkirchweih
- Botanischer Garten Erlangen
- Skulpturengarten
- Aromatic Garden
- Orangerie
- Lynckersches Palais
- Markgrafendenkmal
- Hugenottenbrunnen
- Rückert-Brunnen
- Stutterheimsches Palais
- Egloffsteinsches Palais
- Besoldsches Haus
- Paulibrunnen
- Barfußpfad
- Walderlebniszentrum Tennenlohe
- Großer Bischofsweiher Vorbecken
- Spitzeweiher
- Großer Bischofsweiher
- Neustädter Kirche
- Ehemalige Hofapotheke