Best forest trails in Treffelstein
Explore the most popular forest trails near Treffelstein 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
- Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular walk in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The starting point is the church in Treffelstein. The main road, a short stretch of Silberseestraße and dirt roads lead to Silbersee. The Silbersee loop trail (Tb10) takes you along the reactivated engine canal, past the nature observation station and a water wheel, which indicates the location of the former saw mill. Somewhat in the middle of the lake, the markings point you back to the starting point in Treffelstein via a...
- Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFrom the starting point near the Gasthaus Zollhaus, it goes together with the Nurtschweg in the direction of Schwabenberg. Shortly before, the paths leave and the Ts4 runs in the direction of the Fürstenhof. Staying on the forest road, you reach Kritzenthal. A little-used asphalt road leads back to the starting point along the Biberbach, which marks the border with the Czech Republic.
- Easy·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThe starting point of the hiking trail is at the sign near the Zollhaus inn. A forest path on the Nurtschweg leads past the Kleeberg, the highest elevation in the municipality of Treffelstein. After leaving the forest you have a wonderful view of the surroundings. The Stations of the Cross are the companions until the markings point in the direction of the Fürstenhof. Past this lovingly cared for property, it goes on forest and field paths over the Schwabenberg, where the Nurtschweg joins...
- Easy·1.4 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Starting from the center of Biberbach near the church, the trail goes over the Pfaffenberg with a memorial cross and a wonderful view of the surrounding area. Follow the dirt road to Degenberg. The markings show you the way on the north side of the forest. When you reach the dirt road, keep to the left in the direction of Biberbach. After crossing the intersection, it is approx. 600 m to the starting point. Highlights of...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Treffelstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Treffelstein is Kleebergweg. This trail is estimated to be 3.4 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Treffelstein?
Treffelstein: With an ascent of 659 ft, Kleebergweg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Grenzsteig Kleeberg with 462 ft of elevation gain.