Best backpacking trails in Zwickau
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Zwickau 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
- 4.4 (26)·Easy·12.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrStage 3 of the Mulderadweg. The third section of the Mulderadweg with its barely 20km leaves a lot of time to get to know the starting point Zwickau a little better and to discover one of the many sights, such as the oldest residential buildings in Saxony - the priests' houses - or Osterstein Castle. It then continues via Mülsen with the famous, historic Uhlig mill to the stage destination Glauchau. Highlights: - Zwickau: “AUTOmobile Trabantausstellung”, priestly houses, council school...
- 4.6 (4)·Moderate·11.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrStage 1 of the “Muldental-Wanderweg Zwickauer Mulde” long-distance hiking trail, Saxony. This is the first stage of the varied Muldental hiking trail Zwickauer Mulde, which follows the eponymous river over a length of over 100 km from Zwickau to Bad Düben. The first stage of the Muldental hiking trail Zwickauer Mulde, which is considered to be relaxed, starts in Zwickau and ends in Glauchau. You can enjoy wonderful landscapes and cultural and historical sights. There are places to stay...
- Moderate·93.4 mi·Est. 24 hr+Popular long-distance hiking trail in the Muldental, Saxony. This wonderful hiking trail always follows the course of the Zwickauer Mulde from Zwickau to Bad Düben. On the way you pass interesting cities, well-known cultural monuments and all kinds of beautiful natural landscapes. Most hikers divide the long distance into nine daily stages. There are places to stay overnight and restaurants, and the route can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - varied natural landscapes...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Zwickau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Zwickau is Muldental-Wanderweg Zwickauer Mulde (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 93.4 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Zwickau?
Zwickau: With an ascent of 9,130 ft, Muldental-Wanderweg Zwickauer Mulde (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Mulderadweg - Zwickauer Mulde Etappe 3: Zwickau - Glauchau with 1,220 ft of elevation gain.