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Best lake trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park

Best lake trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park

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The Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park is Central Swabia's only nature park. This popular excursion destination is just outside Augsburg and only an hour away from Munich.

Typical of the landscape in this region are the wooded ridges and the stream valleys running predominantly from south to north. There are three landscape areas in the nature park: the "Stauden" in the south, the "Holzwinkel" in the north and the "Reischenau" in the middle. The "Stauden" are characterized by wooded hills, picturesque stream valleys and small villages - here you can relax and unwind. The vast forests and hills of the "Holzwinkel" are ideal for cyclists and anyone looking for a certain seclusion. Those looking for botanical rarities will find what they are looking for in the "Reischenau", a former lowland moor area.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Wellenburg - Anhauser Pond Loop

    4.3 (4)·Moderate·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Relaxed loop near Augsburg, Bavaria. This short loop starts at the "Wellerburg" bus stop, right next to the popular castle restaurant. You can stop off here for a bite to eat after the tour. The route follows fairly wide paths through the forest and along idyllic little streams and ponds, perfect for a short excursion. Highlights: - Wellerburg Castle - peaceful natural atmosphere - mini golf course

  2. #2 - MTB: Through the Western Forests

    4.2 (10)·Hard·33.5 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hr
    Varied mountain bike tour around Augsburg. A beautiful bike tour that first leads along the Wertach and then into the Augsburg Western Forests Nature Park with its flowers, trees, ponds and picturesque towns. There is an opportunity to stop at the idyllic Mühlen- and Schloss ponds near Burgwalden. Start is at the parking lot in Göggingen. There are also options to travel by bus and train. Highlights: - Wertach reservoir - nice atmosphere in the rough forest

  3. #3 - Engelshof and Oberschönenfeld Monastery from Burgwalden

    4.5 (9)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Loop in the Augsburg Nature Park - Western Forests, Bavaria. This beautiful round begins at the car park at Mühlweiher Burgwalden. You hike along the east bank of the Bruckmahdweiher and then turn into the forest in the direction of Engelshofer Berg. It goes to the Oberschönenfeld monastery, an abbey of the Cistercian nuns. Here you can visit the museum's permanent exhibition, which presents everyday life in Swabia between 1800 and today. There are also changing special and art exhibitions...

  4. #4 - Reinhartshausen - Burgwaldener Weiher - Engelshof

    4.4 (7)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr

  5. #5 - Diedorf Loop

    3.8 (12)·Moderate·3.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Idyllic circular hiking trail near Diedorf in the Augsburg Nature Park - Western Forests. This route starts at the car park at the Diedorf bog oak and leads from Diedorf via Willishausen to Oggenhof and over the Schmutter. The circular hike along the idyllic Kehlbach is characterized by green fields and meadows and pretty sections of forest. This idyllic loop is great for hiking with the whole family and can be reached by bus and train. Diedorf train station is within walking...

  6. #6 - Engelshofer Mountain

    4.3 (7)·Easy·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Idyllic loop in the nature parks in the Augsburg and Westwald nature parks, Bavaria. Starting from the restaurant in Burgenwalden, this route initially leads along the ponds. The route is particularly popular at weekends. After the ponds, the route continues to Engelshofer Berg, from where marvellous views of the surrounding area can be enjoyed. Highlights: - idyllic nature - marvellous views from Engelshofer Berg - Historical village museum in the bakery
  7. Durch den Rauher Forst

    #7 - Durch den Rauher Forst

    4.0 (4)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr

  8. #8 - Augsburg - Burgwalden - Engelshof

    4.0 (1)·Hard·28.4 mi·Est. 12.5–14 hr
    Note for cyclists: Farm roads through the forest that are mostly easy to drive, but there are also a few rooted paths and a path that slowly grows.

  9. #9 - Landrat Dr. Frey Cycling Trail

    4.8 (4)·Moderate·21.1 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hr
    Popular cycle trail in the Augsburg Nature Park - Western Forests, Bavaria. The Landrat Dr. Frey Cycle Path, also known as the Weldenbahn Cycle Trail, runs along the former railway line. The route leads from Altenmuenster to Augsburg, where you can relax and eat after the tour. Highlights of the tour: - Welden - Augsburg - beautiful views - railway cycle trail

  10. #10 - MTB-Runde in den Stauden

    3.5 (4)·Hard·28.4 mi·Est. 12–13 hr
    The MTB tour begins at the parking lot of the Höhenweg between Münster and Walkertshofen. The route initially leads over forest and field paths to Siegertshofen. Shortly after the dead school, a steep trial leads to the highest point of the Buchberg. After a descent, leave Itzlishofen (Vögele) on the left and go uphill first and then downhill again to Döpshofen. After crossing the Schwarzach there, the tour leads to the Scheppacher Chapel, Burgwalden, Reinhardshofen, Guggenberg Castle and...
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The natural history information center, the Nature Park House, is located in the southwest of Augsburg. There are puzzles, a crawling tube, films, the permanent exhibition "Nature and Man in the Nature Park" and much more on the topics of forests, animals and plants, climate change and neobiota. The Nature Park House is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00; it is closed in January and February.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best lake trail to hike in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best lake trail to hike in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park is Wellenburg - Anhauser Pond Loop, which has a 4.3 star rating from 4 reviews. This trail is 2.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 337 ft.

What is the longest lake trail in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park is Via Julia Fernradwanderweg. This trail is estimated to be 197.1 mi long.

How many lake trails are in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

There are 21 lake trails in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park.These lake trails have an average 3.8-star ratingfrom 72 AllTrails community reviews.

Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park?

Via Julia Fernradwanderweg has the most elevation gain for lake trails with 14,990 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Schwäbische Kartoffel-Tour, which has 11,860 ft of elevation gain.

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