Best forest trails in Frauenau

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Explore the most popular forest trails near Frauenau 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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#1 - Rund um die Talsperre Frauenau
4.0 (15)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Versatile circular hike near Frauenau in the Bavarian Forest National Park. The beautiful circular hiking trail leads from Oberfrauenau completely around the drinking water reservoir. The hiking trails are partly asphalted, very varied on wide forest roads and over long stretches. -------------------------------------------------- ----------------------- Parking "Wanderparkplatz-Oberfrauenau"
#2 - Schneeschuh-Tour: Oberfrauenau-Rachel
4.6 (7)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
Wonderful snowshoe tour from Oberfrauenau to the Großer Rachel and back, past the Frauenau drinking water reservoir.
#3 - Rachelsteig from Oberfrauenau
4.8 (6)·Moderate·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Popular hike in the Bavarian Forest National Park, Bavaria. From Oberfrauenau it goes over the Rachelsteig to the Waldschmidthaus. The mountain hut is located below the Grosser Rachel, the second highest mountain in the Bavarian Forest. This hiking trail is a pleasure at any time of the year. Highlights of the hike: - Waldschmidt house - idyllic forest paths - Big Rachel
#4 - Siebenstern (Frauenau - Waldschmidthaus)
3.7 (4)·Hard·8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Hiking route from Frauenau to the Großer Rachel
#5 - Frauenau Radweg 6
Hard·21.3 mi·Est. 10–11 hr
#6 - Frauenau Radweg 5
Hard·23.7 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
Highlights of the route: - Frauenau - drinking water dam - Flanitz - Klingenbrunn
#7 - Fraunau Dam from Zwiesel
Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
The scenic trail begins in the quiet area of Zwieselau, guiding exploration into the deep, restorative woodlands of the Bavarian Forest National Park. The path winds steadily along gentle forest paths, accompanying the peaceful murmur of regional streams toward the spectacular Frauenau Dam. Arriving at the reservoir rewards visitors with a stunning panorama where the calm, clear waters mirror the dense green heights of the surrounding mountains. Thoughtful information panels along the way...
#8 - Borstgras hiking line
Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Borstgras hiking trail from the Frauenau drinking water reservoir to Hochschachten

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Frauenau?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Frauenau is Frauenau Radweg 5. This trail is estimated to be 23.7 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Frauenau?

Frauenau: With an ascent of 3,405 ft, Frauenau Radweg 6 has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Frauenau Radweg 5 with 3,195 ft of elevation gain.