Best forest trails in Hiltpoltstein
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Hiltpoltstein 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
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly nature trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. The Hiltpoltstein nature trail, marked with a red ring, starts at the car park on the B2. Numerous information and adventure stations on topics such as "birds of prey", "Kappler Huellsee biotope" or "native poisonous plants" sweeten the hike. The nature trail can be extended by making a short detour to the "Gelbring" loop trail (see waypoint on the map), which is characterized by wonderful...
- 4.6 (2)·Easy·2.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. This loop trail around Hiltpoltstein is primarily known as an extension of the popular Hiltpoltstein nature trail, but is also worthwhile as an independent hike. The route, marked with a yellow ring, leads to three striking dolomite rocks: the Silberecke (highest vantage point in the entire Forchheim district), the Stumpfelestein natural monument and the Bitzenberg. Highlights of the route: - Badersberg -...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Hiltpoltstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Hiltpoltstein is Von den Drei Zinnen über Kemmathen und Höfles. This trail is estimated to be 8.6 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Hiltpoltstein?
Hiltpoltstein: With an ascent of 1,443 ft, Signalstein und Klagemauer ab Schossaritz has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Von den Drei Zinnen über Kemmathen und Höfles with 1,263 ft of elevation gain.
