Best forest trails in Furth im Wald
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- 4.5 (3)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. To the campsite and wildlife garden, through the Chambwiesen, over the Wodsteg and the railroad crossing up to the edge of the forest, at the school bus house first left, then right up the mountain forest to the Kammweg (junction at the Dieberghuette rest area, 616 m, not managed) and on to the summit of the Dieberg (638 m, Bayernwarte observation tower). Continue to the Hackerl Chapel, then left over the railway tunnel to...
- 4.5 (2)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Via the so-called "Himmelsleiter" hike up to Voithenberg, uphill further on the forest road, crossing the ski lift runs (viewpoints) to the state border. There it goes along the Grenzsteig up to the "Drei Wappen" (902 m, Unterstellhütte) On the rock there are carved from the left the coats of arms of the Electorate of Bavaria, the Kingdom of Bohemia and the Duchy of Palatinate with the year 1766. We continue over the...
- 3.9 (2)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From the Wutzmühle hiking car park, you hike through the beautiful forest to Grub. After less than a kilometer you will reach a crossroads where you turn right to the Trettinger Chapel. Walking down the Way of the Cross you get to Arnschwang, where there are refreshment stops. Well strengthened, you hike back to the starting point via the Woehrmuehle der Chamb. Highlights of the hike: - Trettinger Chapel - Woehrmuehle -...
- 4.8 (3)·Moderate·3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Via the Hochweg you hike up to the edge of the forest, turn left there and climb up a mountain slope that is dotted with numerous interesting rocks. Steep individual blocks, narrow passages, caves and loopholes stretch all the way to the highest point of the Geissriegel (746 m). From there the path crosses over to the Keilhoehle and then leads back to Lixenried. Highlights of the hike: - Lixenried rock labyrinth -...
- 3.7 (3)·Moderate·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From the hiking car park in Voithenberghuette, you walk through the forest, past the ski lifts and the Voithenberg family crypt to Voithenberg with a former castle, chapel and refreshment stops. Follow the Goldsteig long-distance hiking trail and the Fu9 through the mighty avenue of Linden trees past the golf course towards the starting point in Voithenberghuette. Highlights of the hike: - Voithenberg Castle - Voithenberg...
- 3.4 (4)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrDemanding section of the north route Goldsteig in Chambtal, Bavaria. On the eleventh stage of the Goldsteig: Northern route, you go over one of the steepest climbs on the Goldsteig: the Hohenbogen. After enjoying the grandiose views, it goes downhill again to the stage destination Schönbuchen. Highlights: - Furth in the forest - Sengenbühl quarry lake - Burgstall am Hohenbogen with a transmission tower
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From the Daberger fire brigade equipment house it goes into the valley of the Danglesbach, before the village Gaishof left to the state border and on the panoramic Grenzsteig past the Daberger Hoefe (refreshment stops). You continue through the rural cultural landscape following the valley of the Plassendorfer Bach, to the district road (refreshment stops) and back to the starting point at the fire station. Highlights of the...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·3.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The start of this forest hike is the parking lot at the Lixenried cemetery. First, the Burgstallweg (Fu21) follows the "Forstweg" road to the edge of the forest and the sand plain. You continue on the rather natural ridge path to the Burgstall, from whose summit cross there are great views over the Upper Bavarian Forest. If you want, you can have a little picnic here before hiking back down into the valley. Highlights...
- 2.9 (3)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From the starting point over the road, then right down and below the Blätterberg, crossing the Chambtal up to Kleinaign (463 m) and on via Oesbuehl and Seuchau back to the Drachensee hiking car park. The path leads through the shore zone and the ecological regeneration area, past information points and observation stations up to the observation tower on the Kleinaigner Hoehe, which offers a wonderful view over the...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Furth im Wald?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Furth im Wald is Trans Bayerwald: Südroute. This trail is estimated to be 214.5 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Furth im Wald?
Furth im Wald: With an ascent of 33,031 ft, Trans Bayerwald: Südroute has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Furth im Wald nach Teublitz with 4,035 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Furth im Wald?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Furth im Wald is Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 11: Furth im Wald to Schönbuchen with a 3.4-star rating from 4 reviews.
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