Best forest trails in Neuhaus an der Pegnitz

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#1 - The Karstological Hiking Trail
4.5 (81)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Family-friendly loop in Middle Franconia. The karst hiking trail near Neuhaus an der Pegnitz is an extraordinary hike that leads through an impressive karst landscape to grottos and caves, stone witnesses, sacrificial stones and the largest stalactite in Germany. The loop starts and ends at Neuhaus railroad station. The trail has many steep ascents and descents and sturdy footwear is recommended. Caution! Some of the markings are only visible at a late stage. The trail is very muddy when it...
#2 - Weissingkuppe - Zwei Brüder - Maximiliansgrotte
4.3 (35)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Popular circular hike in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park near Neuhaus an der Pegnitz. From the Grottenhof (refreshment stops), it goes over the summit of the Weissingkuppe to the "Schöne Aussicht" lookout point. The hiking trail then leads through the forest to the Schlierau chapel and back to the starting point via the cave path. --- Accessible by bus and train
#3 - Neuhaus-Rundwanderweg No.8
3.5 (3)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#4 - Maximilian's Grotto from Koenigstein
4.3 (5)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Popular hike in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. The Maximiliansgrotte, a popular show cave near Neuhaus an der Pegnitz, can be easily reached on foot from Koenigstein. In the karst cave there is, among other things, the 6 m high iceberg, the largest stalactite in Germany. This and many enchanted chambers can be explored as part of a guided tour from April to November 1st. Highlights of the hike: - Maximiliansgrotte in the Krottensee Forest (optional: paid cave...
#5 - Neuhaus-Rundwanderweg No.5
3.5 (2)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#6 - Neuhaus Loop no.6
3.0 (1)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
The start / end point can be reached by bus and train.
#7 - Neuhaus Loop No.12
Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
There are places to stop for a break.
#8 - Neuhaus a.d. Pegnitz nach Pottenstein
2.0 (1)·Moderate·14.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
#9 - Pendolino hike
Hard·14 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hr
A beautiful multi-day tour in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park - Veldenstein Forest. There are several places to stop for a break.
#10 - Neuhaus a.d.Pegnitz - Hammerschrott - Ziegelhütte
Easy·4.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
[LOC 30721] Circular hiking trail with feeder: Neuhaus ad Pegnitz - Hammerschrott - Nagelschmiedkapelle - Ziegelhütte - Karlskapelle - Neuhaus ad Pegnitz

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Neuhaus an der Pegnitz?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Neuhaus an der Pegnitz is Neuhaus a.d. Pegnitz nach Pottenstein. This trail is estimated to be 14.9 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Neuhaus an der Pegnitz?

Neuhaus an der Pegnitz: With an ascent of 2,401 ft, Pendolino hike has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Neuhaus a.d. Pegnitz nach Pottenstein with 1,899 ft of elevation gain.