Best wildflower trails in Sankt Oswald

Picturesque, idyllic loop through the largest moorland area in the Bavarian Forest near Sankt Oswald, Bavaria. This idyllic loop starts at the Diensthüttenstraße hiking parking lot and leads along the so-called "Kreuzotterweg" through the mystical Klosterfilz and Großer Filz raised bogs (fun fact: "Filz" is the old Bavarian name for raised bog). The trail runs partly on wooden boardwalks - please do not leave these to protect the sensitive flora and fauna. Following in the footsteps of the...

The circular route is relatively easy, there are hardly any major inclines. It starts at the Taferlruck research station, where hydrological and meteorological data are collected. It goes through the forest and along streams to a clearing and a winter gate for red deer. Since the circuit leads through the Neuhüttenwiese wildlife sanctuary, it is only accessible in summer and autumn; the route is closed between December 1st and May 16th and should not be used to protect the red deer.

Highlights of the route: - St. Oswald - Riedlhütte - Racheldiensthütte - Guglöd