Best hard trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park
The Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is located in the districts of Bad Kissingen and Rhön-Grabfeld in the north of Bavaria. It runs directly along the border triangle with Hesse and Thuringia. In 2014, the Bavarian part of the Rhön biosphere reserve was expanded to 130,500 hectares, roughly the same size as the nature park.
The nature park delights its visitors with sweeping views over steep slopes, gentle hilltops, wild moors and extensive meadows and forests. The volcanic landscape creates a very special atmosphere. Part of the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is the Hohe Rhön nature reserve, which is home to probably the most valuable biotopes in the region.
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- 3.9 (10)·Hard·9.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPromising, certified premium hiking trail in the Rhön, Bavaria. This route is one of the Rhön extra tours. The typical landscape with its wonderful views inspires everyone. Here you hike from hut to hut with a view of the Allgäu and the Alps. You can also find a lot of information about the region in the Rhön Information Center in the House of the Black Mountains. There are several places to stop for a break. Highlights of the hike: - Magnificent views over the Rhön landscape - House of the...
- 5.0 (6)·Hard·15.4 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrDemanding hiking trail in the Bavarian Rhoen Nature Park, Bavaria. Over a distance of 25 km, this hike leads in a large loop around Oberwildflecken. You walk through the valley of the Sinn to the Arnsberg and then climb the Kreuzberg. You hike through the forest over longer distances. Due to the distance and the altitude to be overcome, a good level of fitness is required. Highlights of the hike: - Arnsberg - Kreuzberg - several nature reserves
- 4.5 (3)·Hard·9.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPremium hiking trail and section of the Hochrhöner (west route) This certified premium hiking trail goes through forests and leads to the unique landscape of the Red Moor nature reserve. On the way you can get to know the Rhön sheep with their typical black heads. At the height of the Red Moor, the Hochrhöner divides into an east and a west route. If you want to follow the west route, stick to the Kuppenrhön routes, the Lange-Rhön routes lead to the east. Highlights: - Schwedenwall from the...
- 4.1 (5)·Hard·34.2 mi·Est. 16.5–18.5 hrPopular mountain bike tour in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park This demanding MTB tour leads to four peaks of the Rhön. A good level of fitness is required as there are many climbs to be mastered. There are rest and refreshment opportunities. Highlights of the tour: - Sky Dunk Mountain - Kreuzberg - Heidelstein - Wasserkuppe - Red Moor
- 4.8 (7)·Hard·16.4 mi·Est. 8–9 hrPremium hiking trail and scenic section of the Hochrhöner The ascent to the Kreuzberg is quite steep and strenuous, but can be rewarded with a monastery beer from the Franciscans. On this certified premium hiking trail you have great views of the Black Mountains. Highlights: - Kosterkirche Frauenroth - Grave of the minstrel Otto von Botenlauben - Klosterkreuzberg
- 4.6 (7)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried, certified premium hiking trail in the Rhön, Bavaria. The extra tour Der Mottener impresses with fantastic views. You hike through pretty forests and open corridors typical of the Rhône. In addition, you get extraordinary views from the Pilsterkopf, a rock massif at the feet of which the beaver settles. With a bit of luck you can see the small rodents here. You can also enjoy a 360 ° panoramic view from the observation tower on the Großer Mottener Haube. There are places to stop for a...
- 4.4 (7)·Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular Rhön extra tour, Bavaria This route is a certified premium hiking trail that leads through the picturesque cultural landscape of the Rhön. A round tour that is demanding, especially because of its length, and offers many expansive views. After the hike, those interested in culture can explore the historic old town in Fladungen, where there are numerous places to stop. If you are in the mood for more nature, you can make a detour to the Black Moor. Since the route begins in Fladungen,...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·31.6 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hrStarting in the air cure resort of Wüstensachsen, the Buchoniarundweg explores the core of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Rhön. The route is marked by a black "B" logo and is best split into two or three daily stages, with regional inns and guesthouses providing overnight stops along the way. Walking across the open plateau of the Lange Rhön, hikers encounter natural highlights like the Schafstein basalt boulder field, the quiet boardwalks of the Schwarzes Moor, and the cascading Eisgraben...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·83.4 mi·Est. 24 hr+Historical, certified premium hiking trail in the Rhön, Bavaria, Hesse and Thuringia. The unique features of the Rhön Biosphere Reserve come into their own on this route. The picture is characterized by expansive views, bare heights, dark moors, basalt heaps, and old beech trees. The hike in the “Land of Open Distances” begins in the world-famous health resort of Bad Kissingen and ends in Bad Salzungen. The Hochrhöner leads over the highest peaks of the Rhön, Kreuzberg, Heidelstein,...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·36.7 mi·Est. 18–20 hrVaried bike tour in the Bavarian Rhoen Nature Park, Bavaria. This tour can be started, for example, in Sondernau or in Wuestensachsen. Several nature reserves, including the Stirnberg near Wuestensachsen nature reserve and the Lange Rhoen nature reserve, line the path. Highlights of the bike tour: - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein - Long Rhoen nature reserve
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- Kreuzberg (Rhön)
- Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel
- Aussichtsturm Schwarzes Moor
- Heidelstein
- Ilmenberg
- Rhönflieger
- Prismenfelswand aus Basalt
- Teufelskeller
- Thulba
- Marien Brünnle
- Wichtelhöhle
- Quelle/ Tränke
- Platzer Kuppe
- Würzburger Bergbund-Hütte
- Aussichtspunkt Kanzel
- Rother Kuppe
- Wichtelhöhlenhütte (Liebeslaube)
- Campingpark Bad Kissingen
- Feuerberg (Rhön)
- Gangolfsberg