Best forest trails in Philippsreut

Varied section of the north route Goldsteig near Phillipsreut, Bavaria. The 20th stage of the Goldsteig: north route leads to the summit of Haidel via Kricklsäge and Leopoldsreut. When you arrive at the top, you will have fantastic panoramic views, and in good weather all the way to the Alps. Then it goes on via Kohlstattbrunnen through the forest to the stage destination, the water step in front of Haidmühle. Highlights: - Chapel of St. Nepomuk - Haidel observation tower - pilgrimage...

This mountain bike trail connects Mitterfirmiansreut and Haidmühle through the borderlands of the Bavarian Forest. Riding on gravel forest roads and quiet paved lanes, the path climbs toward the Haidel ridge. Along the ascent, the trail passes historical sites like Leopoldsreut, a deserted village where only a church and schoolhouse remain from the era of medieval salt trading along the Goldener Steig. Reaching the wooden observation tower at the Haidel summit offers panoramic views across...