Best historic site trails in Erlangen
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Explore the most popular historic site 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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- 4.4 (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
- 4.4 (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
- 4.5 (13)·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
- 4.5 (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
- 4.6 (5)·Easy·16.6 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrEntertaining mountain bike tour to the lakes in the east of Erlangen. The short but varied MTB tour starts at the Dummetsweiher in the Erlangen district "In der Reuth" and leads through forests, Franconian villages, numerous lakes and ponds. Halfway there is also a stop in the Neuhäuser "Felsenkeller". ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 3.7 (5)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrOfficial hike of the city of Erlangen. This hike goes in the west of Erlangen from Büchenbach around the numerous fish ponds and along the Bimbach. Highlights: - historical fortified church of St. Xystus - Dummetsweiher - "Kosbach Altar" - Water tower on the castle hill
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Erlangen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Erlangen is Erlangen - Neuhaus - Baiersdorf. This trail is estimated to be 37.7 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Erlangen?
Erlangen: With an ascent of 3,556 ft, Erlangen - Neuhaus - Baiersdorf has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Radtour: Erlangen - Dechsendorf - Stiebarlimbach with 2,952 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Erlangen?
The most popular and difficult historic site 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