Best mountain biking trails in Saalfeld
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Explore the most popular mountain biking trails near Saalfeld 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)·Hard·32.5 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrExtensive, varied mountain bike tour in the Schwarzatal, Thuringia. The tour offers quite a bit of altitude and leads through the nature reserves Schwarzatal and Greifenstein. The start is in Saalfeld, from here it goes first to the Siechenbachtal via Zechengrund, Eisenberg, summit cross to Wittmannsgereuth. Continue via Birkenheide, Braunsdorf and Hainberg to Bad Blankenburg. A few extra meters of altitude via Greifenstein, Fröbelblick, Kesselwarte, then via Zeigerheim, Bismarkturm,...
- 3.0 (2)·Moderate·29.8 mi·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrPopular, varied tour in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. This round is particularly suitable for mountain bike and bicycle tours and offers a lot of variety over almost 50 km. The first half leads steadily uphill, whereby the effort is rewarded with magnificent views. On the way back it goes down again, idyllically accompanied by the Saale. Highlights of the round: - Saalfeld Castle - Big crush - View of the Saale and the Thuringian Forest
- 1.0 (1)·Hard·25.2 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrScenic route that inexperienced cyclists demand a bit (gradients of 9-25% are mastered). The path leads through small villages, over field and forest paths and sometimes roads. Every now and then the ground consists of very coarse gravel, but sometimes it is also damp to muddy. The view makes up for the effort. Parts of the Saale cycle path in the direction of Ziegenrück, but also parts of the cycle path in the direction of Probstzella will be used.
- Hard·28.9 mi·Est. 12–13 hrA promising, varied mountain bike tour in Saalfeld, Thuringia. A demanding circular trail for MTB riders that starts at the parking lot in Beulwitzer Strape. The Saalfeld/Saale train station is not far away and can therefore also be reached by bus and train. In the Schwarztal nature reserve you can not only enjoy wonderful views, but also witness the diversity of flora and fauna. Highlights of the circular route: - Magnificent views of the Schwarzatal nature reserve - Diverse landscapes to...
- Hard·27.4 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hrThis athletic mountain bike tour leads entirely around the Leibis-Lichte Dam, Germany's second-highest dam, located in the picturesque Thuringian Slate Mountains. The route follows a diverse mix of well-maintained shoreline paths, challenging climbs, and smooth forestry roads through the dense woods surrounding the Lichte Valley. A major highlight is the impressive view of the massive dam wall and the deep blue water nestled within the steep mountain slopes. Due to the constant ascents and...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest mountain biking trail in Saalfeld?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest mountain biking trail in Saalfeld is MBT-Runde: Saalfeld - Bad Blankenburg. This trail is estimated to be 32.5 mi long.
Which mountain biking trail has the most elevation gain in Saalfeld?
Saalfeld: With an ascent of 5,154 ft, MTB Tour Leibis-Lichte Reservoir has the most elevation gain of all of the mountain biking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for mountain biking trails is MBT-Runde: Saalfeld - Bad Blankenburg with 4,980 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult mountain biking trail in Saalfeld?
The most popular and difficult mountain biking trail in Saalfeld is MBT-Runde: Saalfeld - Bad Blankenburg with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.