Best backpacking trails in Ruderting
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Ruderting 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
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is stage 22 of the Goldsteig South Route, a long-distance trail in Germany, running from Ruderting to Passau. The path follows the river Ilz along natural, root-covered forest trails, passing the Oberilzmühle reservoir and the Hals castle ruins before ending in the historic city of Passau. Hikers stay in local guesthouses at the endpoints, as wild camping is strictly prohibited. Natural water sources require filtration. Both trailheads connect to regional buses and trains, with...
- 3.5 (3)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is stage 21 of the Goldsteig South Route, a long-distance trail in Germany, running from Schrottenbaummühle to Ruderting. The path follows the wild Ilz river past Aumühle and Fürsteneck to Kalteneck, continuing on a meadow trail toward Fischhaus, where hikers can choose between a path by an old stone quarry or the Ge(h)schichtenweg trail. Overnight stays happen at local guesthouses in Ruderting; wild camping is strictly prohibited along the river corridor. Natural water sources...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular stage of the "Goldsteig-Südroute" long-distance hiking trail, Bavaria. The last Goldsteig stage starts in Ruderting and leads to Passau. On the natural forest paths, the path leads over small elevations and creeks, over footbridges and rooted forest paths along the former Ilztalbahn route down to the Ilz reservoir. It is possible to rent a Zille there. From the Mausmühle, the nature trail leads down to the Oberilzmühle dam with a bathing area. The next break station is the...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Ruderting?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Ruderting is Goldener Steig: Von Fischhaus nach Finsterau. This trail is estimated to be 27.9 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Ruderting?
Ruderting: With an ascent of 5,232 ft, Goldener Steig: Von Fischhaus nach Finsterau has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Goldsteig Suedroute Stage 22: Ruderting – Passau with 1,351 ft of elevation gain.