Best backpacking trails in Wiesenttal

4.9(4 reviews)

Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Wiesenttal 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

#1 - Frankenweg stage 10: Wiesenttal - Pottenstein
4.9 (4)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
Varied route section in Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria On the tenth stage of the Frankenweg you can marvel at numerous caves. It goes through fir forests and over sunny fields and along the banks of the Wiesent. On top of the "Riesenburg" you can marvel at an overgrown collapse cave with a natural bridge. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Oswald's Cave - Giant castle - Gößweinstein Castle - "Franconian Switzerland" steam engine - Pilgrimage basilica "To the Holy...
#2 - Jura.Ultra.Trail "Route 66" (FS*TRailissimo)
Hard·41.4 mi·Est. 21.5–23.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest backpacking trail in Wiesenttal?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Wiesenttal is Jura.Ultra.Trail "Route 66" (FS*TRailissimo). This trail is estimated to be 41.4 mi long.

Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Wiesenttal?

Wiesenttal: With an ascent of 8,779 ft, Jura.Ultra.Trail "Route 66" (FS*TRailissimo) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Frankenweg stage 10: Wiesenttal - Pottenstein with 2,378 ft of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Wiesenttal?

The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Wiesenttal is Frankenweg stage 10: Wiesenttal - Pottenstein with a 4.9-star rating from 4 reviews.