Best lake trails in Leutenbach
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Leutenbach 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
- 3.6 (4)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried hike with scenic sections and cultural-historical and educational elements in Franconian Switzerland. The hike starts at the hikers' car park in Leutenbach and leads up to Walberla. From the viewpoint above the Geierwand, the view can wander to the Wiesenttal valley, Pretzfeld, Ebermannstadt and as far as Streitberg. It is possible to take a short detour on the way and learn interesting facts about various orchid species on an educational trail. This hike is also packed with other...
- 4.7 (6)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hiking trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Dr. Georg Kanzler was an important pastor and local poet, in honor of whom this hiking trail was laid out. The commemorative path leads along the poet's favorite place and is lined with plaques with lines of poetry by the honorary citizen and cultural award winner of the Franconian Switzerland Association. The hike takes approximately two hours, which is marked throughout. Highlights of the hike: - St....
- 3.1 (2)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route in Upper Franconia connects the village of Leutenbach with the high-altitude settlement of Hetzelsdorf. The terrain is characterized by a steady ascent from the valley floor onto the limestone plateau, alternating between shaded forest sections and open meadow slopes. A central landmark is the Gothic St. Moritz Chapel, which stands on a prominent rocky spur and dates back to the 14th century. Nearby, the path passes the Moritz spring and a waterfall where the Moritzbach flows over...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Leutenbach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Leutenbach is Jugendwanderweg - Rund um Leutenbach. This trail is estimated to be 8.9 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Leutenbach?
Leutenbach: With an ascent of 1,889 ft, Jugendwanderweg - Rund um Leutenbach has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Leutenbach - Hetzeldorf with 1,397 ft of elevation gain.