Best historic site trails in Happurg
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Happurg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.7 (140)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried loop in Middle Franconia. The hike starts in Happurg at the market square (reachable by bus) and leads over the quarry to the Hohle Fels. This vast natural highlight is a karst cave near Happurg on the Franconian Jura. There are magnificent views of the valley and the Happurg Reservoir from here. Beautiful forest paths invite you to relax and enjoy nature. Highlights: - Happburg Concentration Camp Memorial - Huns Gorge - Viewpoint and cave "Hohler Fels."
- 4.4 (16)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly walk around the Happurger reservoir in Middle Franconia. A small lake tour to cool off and think about with a playground, beach and refreshment stops in the cafe and restaurant "Seeterrassen". The memorial of the former Flossenbürg satellite camp and the Happurg documentation center are also nearby. -------------------------- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.7 (11)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrChamante hike around Happburg, Bavaria. The circular hiking trail begins and ends in Happurg and runs first to the Hunnen Gorge and over the Hoiburg summit to Hohle Fels. The way there is wooded and uphill. It goes back through the forest. If you want, you can plan a detour to Lake Happburg. Highlights: - Huns Gorge - Hoiburg - Hollow rock - Dogger tunnel
- 4.6 (9)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrDiverse circular hike from Happurg in Middle Franconia. From the old town of Happurg it goes up to the Hochberg. Then over the Wasserbergfelsen and Reicheneck Castle back to the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - Hollow rock - Chapel ruin to the sacred tree - Celtic cult site on the Hochberg - Johannesburg ------------------------------------ Accessible by bus and train
- 4.3 (7)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrLoop near Happurg, Bavaria. Start is not far from the Happurg reservoir, it first goes north and past the Happurg concentration camp memorial. Then you walk in the direction of the Hunnenschlucht - a stop that is always popular with photographers. The path continues in a loop past the new quarry. It goes east, then south again to the Houbirg, which has a checkered history back to the Celts. Here you will also find bricked-up tunnels from the Second World War. The path continues to Förrenbach...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried loop trail in the Hersbrucker Alb, Bavaria. Happurg, the start and end point of this hike, is truly picturesquely situated in the Nuremberg region. The Huns Gorge, the glittering waters of Lake Happurg and traces of prehistoric settlements await you on this route. Highlights of the hike: - Huns Gorge - Late Celtic oppidum and Celtic wall - Reckenberg - Arzlohe - Chapel ruins - Forrenbach - Lake Happurg
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Happurg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Happurg is Von Happurg zum Hochberg. This trail is estimated to be 11.2 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Happurg?
Happurg: With an ascent of 3,044 ft, Von Happurg zum Hochberg has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Hersbruck – Happurg with 1,916 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Happurg?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Happurg is Von Happurg zum Hochberg with a 4.6-star rating from 9 reviews.