Best partially-paved trails in Riedenburg
4.3(24 reviews)
Explore the most popular partially paved trails near Riedenburg 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
- 3.9 (6)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is the 14th stage of the Altmühltal Panorama Trail, a long-distance hiking trail in Bavaria. This section leads from Riedenburg, the so called town of three castles, to Essing. A special highlight is the steep section through the gorge with its bizarre rock formations. From a viewing platform, hikers can enjoy a spectacular view of Prunn Castle, one of Bavaria’s best-preserved medieval castles, which they can also explore up close. The trail continues through dense forests and past...
- 4.9 (5)·Hard·15.1 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThis route follows stage 13, the final leg of the certified "Jurasteig" premium trail, connecting Riedenburg back to the starting point in Kelheim. This wildly romantic section runs parallel to the Altmühltal-Panoramaweg. The hike leads along the Altmühl slopes into the ravine forest of the Klamm nature reserve and continues up to the spectacular Prunn Castle. Passing the azure-blue "Blautopf" karst spring, you cross the river into Essing via the "Tatzlwurm", one of Europe's longest wooden...
- Hard·32 mi·Est. 13–14 hrDemanding, multi-day cycle tour through the heart of Bavaria. Over 216 kilometers, the route connects three scenic and historical highlights: the Limes Germanicus, the Danube and the Altmühltal valley. The difficulty lies in the enormous distance and the considerable gradients, which reach a total of over 2,300 meters in altitude in the hilly Altmühltal Nature Park. Along the rivers, the paths are flat, but where the course follows the Roman border wall, there are steep climbs to contend...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest partially-paved trail in Riedenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest partially-paved trail in Riedenburg is Rundtour Limes-Donau-Altmühl. This trail is estimated to be 32.0 mi long.
Which partially paved trail has the most elevation gain in Riedenburg?
Riedenburg: With an ascent of 3,290 ft, Rundtour Limes-Donau-Altmühl has the most elevation gain of all of the partially paved trails in the area. The next highest ascent for partially paved trails is Jurasteig Stage 13: Riedenburg - Kelheim with 2,444 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult partially-paved trail in Riedenburg?
The most popular and difficult partially-paved trail in Riedenburg is Jurasteig Stage 13: Riedenburg - Kelheim with a 4.9-star rating from 5 reviews.