Best forest trails in Rötz
3.5(42 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Rötz with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.5 (29)·Moderate·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrScenic hike to the Schwarzwihrberg, Bavaria. The route starts at the parking lot near the Hotel Bergfried on the outskirts of the town of Rötz. From there it goes straight uphill over the Schützsteig to the 690 meter high local mountain of the town of Rötz, the Schwarzwihrberg. The Schwarzenburg bow ruins are located here and can be visited all year round. From there and finally from the summit of the Schwarzwihrberg, wonderful views open up the Schwarzachtal. There are places to stop for...
- 4.5 (10)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Let's start at the Bräuhausgarten (public toilet). This beautiful and varied circular hike leads through some forest areas and over beautiful fields with extensive views. The rock formations of the Steinerne Wand and the Schwarzenburg castle ruins with their lookout tower are particularly beautiful. Highlights of the hike: - Schwarzenburg castle ruins with observation tower - Detour to Hillstett (optional) -...
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·16.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrVaried section of the north route Goldsteig in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria The ninth stage of the Goldsteig: Northern route begins in Rötz and leads via Döfering to the stage destination Herzogau. The route leads alternately through deep forests and through small towns, over the Galgenberg and along smaller streams and ponds. Highlights: - Upper Palatinate Handicraft Museum - Eixendorfer reservoir - Schönthal monastery - Trenck the Pandur
- 1.0 (1)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From the starting point at the Braeuhausgarten (public toilet) it goes over the waterway to the Roedelanger, a leisure area on the Schwarzach. On Neunburger Straße, after the settlement, the path branches off to the left via field paths in the direction of Schwarzachtal. The path meanders romantically along the Schwarzach. Over the bridge at the Alte Wutzschleife you reach the Oberpfaelzer Handwerksmuseum, the reconstructed...
- Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From the starting point at the Bräuhausgarten (public toilet), take the Wasserstrasse to Roedelangerweg under the bridge. From here you follow the Schwarzachtal cycle path, past the Irlweiher and the outdoor pool, towards Gmuend. In the village you cross the Schwarzach and follow the next turn to the right. At the Heimerl chapel, turn left across the Niebauer wasteland to Kleinenzenried as far as Bernried and then to...
- Moderate·102.7 mi·Est. 24 hr+Demanding long-distance hike from the Upper Bavarian Forest to Passau, Bavaria. This is the southern main hiking route of the main hiking trails in the Bavarian Forest. The route starts in Roetz an der Schwarzach and the hike ends in Passau. Highlights of the hike: - Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park - Bavarian Forest Nature Park - Valley of the Ilz - Passau
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Rötz?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Rötz is Bavarian Forest: Southern main hiking route. This trail is estimated to be 102.7 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Rötz?
Rötz: With an ascent of 17,165 ft, Bavarian Forest: Southern main hiking route has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Verbindungsweg der Fernwanderwege E6/E8 with 7,106 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Rötz?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Rötz is Goldsteig Nordroute Stage 9: Rötz to Herzogau with a 4.0-star rating from 2 reviews.