Best partially-paved trails in Forchheim
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Explore the most popular partially paved trails near Forchheim 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)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular circular hike from Forchheim in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park - Franconian Jura. The hiking trail leads once around Forchheim Kellerwald and Rettern and offers great views from the Burgstall Retterner Kanzel and the Walberla lookout point. ------------------------------------------ Accessible by bus and train
- 3.3 (3)·Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried circular hike near Forchheim in the Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park. The circular hiking trail leads from the Forchheimer Kellerwald to Warbela, where there are beautiful views of Franconian Switzerland and several caves to be discovered. Then go back along the Wiesent and over the Kellerberg. --------------------- Accessible by bus and train
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·21.7 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrPopular bike tour in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. The loop trail FO9 starts at the Forchheim train station and runs through Kirchehrenbach, Poppendorf and Wiesenthau, among other places. Overall, the bike tour is wonderfully relaxed, but there is one exception: between Poppendorf and Hundshaupten there is a longer uphill section. Once you have completed this ascent, you can relax with a visit to the Hundshaupten wildlife park. Cycle loop 9 mainly runs through...
- 3.3 (2)·Moderate·50 mi·Est. 18.5–20.5 hr17th stage of the official long-distance cycle route through Germany from the Baltic Sea to Upper Bavaria (D-Route 11) The D-Route D11 (Baltic Sea to Upper Bavaria) runs on the entire route from Rostock to Freilassing in Bavaria. The route is usually on paved roads with little traffic. The long-distance cycle path is partially signposted with the D11 logo (half wheel and "11" on a red background), but sometimes only local cycle paths are signposted.
- Hard·15.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic hike in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park - Frankenjura, Bavaria. Not only because of the distance, but also with regard to the altitude difference to be overcome, this loop is not completely relaxed. The climb to the Retterner Kanzel in particular is quite steep. However, the effort is rewarded with unforgettable views over the Wiesenttal and the Regnitztal. Highlights of the hike: - Retterner Kanzel - great panoramic views - Heiligenstadt i.Ofr.
- Moderate·19.5 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrPopular and scenic cycle route near Hausen, Bavaria. The MTB tour begins in Forchheim and runs mostly on asphalt and gravel paths. A total of almost 400 m of altitude has to be conquered, with the ascent from Bräuningshof probably the most strenuous. You will be rewarded with a beautiful view. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Wonderful prospects - Local flora and fauna - Refreshments - Forchheim old town, - Atzelsberg, Marloffstein and Adlitz castles
- Moderate·34.6 mi·Est. 13–14.5 hrVaried bike tour in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Idyllic waters accompany you almost the whole time on this round trip through Franconian Switzerland. From Forchheim you cycle along the Main-Danube Canal or the Regnitz, later the Leinleiter ripples next to you for a few kilometers and finally you cycle along the Wiesent back to the starting point. There are overnight accommodations in the larger cities, so the route can also be divided into several short day...
- Hard·28.8 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrPopular bike tour in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. The Hetzleser mountain tour combines idyllic nature with cultural history. Many great panoramic views, for example from the Pinzberg, the largest sweet cherry growing area in the EU, rustic mountain inns and some challenging climbs ensure that the cycling never gets boring. Highlights of the tour: - Old town Forchheim - Neunkirchen with old town - Pinzberg - Half-timbered houses in Hetzles - Views from...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest partially-paved trail in Forchheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest partially-paved trail in Forchheim is Ostsee - Oberbayern (D-Route 11) Etappe 17: Forchheim - Hilpoltstein. This trail is estimated to be 50.0 mi long.
Which partially paved trail has the most elevation gain in Forchheim?
Forchheim: With an ascent of 4,071 ft, Ostsee - Oberbayern (D-Route 11) Etappe 17: Forchheim - Hilpoltstein has the most elevation gain of all of the partially paved trails in the area. The next highest ascent for partially paved trails is Hetzleser Mountain Tour (FO 5) with 2,824 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult partially-paved trail in Forchheim?
The most popular and difficult partially-paved trail in Forchheim is Forchheim - Retterner Kanzel with a 4.7-star rating from 9 reviews.
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- Caravan Club Forchheim
- Kupfer-Keller
- Saltorturm
- Schwedengraben
- Barockgarten des Landratsamtes Forchheim
- Marienkapelle
- Martinskirche
- Kaiserpfalz
- Nürnberger-Tor-Keller
- Nürnberger Tor
- Neder-Keller
- Regnitz-Altwasser
- Kellerberg
- Fäßla-Keller
- Löwenbräu-Keller
- Ochsenklavier
- Brunnen bei Sechs Eichen
- Teufelsbrunnen
- Wiesent-Werkkanal
- Örtlbergweiher