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Best partially-paved trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park

Best partially-paved trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park

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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.

Top sights

Kreuzberg (Rhön)
Kreuzberg (Rhön)
Peak
Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel
Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel
Peak
Aussichtsturm Schwarzes Moor
Aussichtsturm Schwarzes Moor
Viewpoint
Heidelstein
Heidelstein
Peak
Ilmenberg
Ilmenberg
Peak
Rhönflieger
Rhönflieger
Viewpoint

Top trails

  1. #1 - Um den Kreuzberg

    4.9 (10)·Easy·2.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly circular hiking trail near Bischofsheim in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park. From Klosterkreuzberg, where you can visit the monastery church, candle chapel or St. Mary's grotto, you go up to Kreuzberg via the Rhönflieger vantage point. From here you have a great view of the hilly landscape of the Rhön. Back at the starting point, you have several options to choose from. ------------------------------------------- Reachable by bus and train (stop: Kloster Kreuzberg).

  2. #2 - Bretterweg – Eisgraben Wasserfall ab Birx

    4.3 (9)·Moderate·10.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Highlights: - Schwarzes Moor information point - Boardwalk - Eisgraben waterfall - Border stone Dreiländereck

  3. #3 - Hillenberg - Roth - Silbersee

    4.8 (6)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Diverse circular hike around Roth in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park. Highlights: - Waterfall at the Eisgraben - Women's cave - Idyllic silver lake in the basalt quarry near Roth - Rhön Park with an adventure playground and numerous places to stop for a break - "Rother Kuppe on the tower" lookout point ------------------------------------ Accessible by bus and train

  4. #4 - Rund um Bad Kissingen

    4.0 (2)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr

  5. #5 - Die Vier-Gipfel-Tour

    4.1 (5)·Hard·34.2 mi·Est. 16.5–18.5 hr
    Popular 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

  6. #6 - Von Bad Brückenau auf den Dreistelz

    3.9 (8)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Versatile circular hike from Bad Brückenau in the Bavarian Rhön. From Bad Brückenau it first goes south in the direction of Dreistelz. After crossing the small town, it goes up to the summit of the same name. Then the hiking trail leads back to Bad Brückenau through the castle park, animal park and along the Sinn. A varied tour through town, forest and over fields with beautiful views. -------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train

  7. #7 - Rhönrundweg Hammelburg 5

    4.6 (5)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr

  8. #8 - Gangolfsberg

    5.0 (3)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr

  9. #9 - Museumstour

    4.4 (7)·Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hr
    Popular 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,...

  10. #10 - Rundweg um ein Rhöner Dorf

    5.0 (2)·Moderate·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Beautiful loop in the Rhön biosphere reserve. A beautiful loop through Oberbach and the surrounding area. Although there are no information boards along the way, there is a flyer explaining the history of the place and the connection between man and nature. The start is at the "Haus der Schwarzen Berge". The "Informationszentrum" bus stop is also located here and there is a café to stop off at. Highlights: - Different types of rock - "House of the Black Mountains" - Orchard meadow with...
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Where is the best partially-paved trail to hike in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best partially-paved trail to hike in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is Um den Kreuzberg, which has a 4.9 star rating from 10 reviews. This trail is 2.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 341 ft.

What is the longest partially-paved trail in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest partially-paved trail in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park is Hochrhöner (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 83.4 mi long.

How many partially paved trails are in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

There are 83 partially paved trails in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park.These partially paved trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 147 AllTrails community reviews.

Which partially paved trail has the most elevation gain in Bavarian Rhön Nature Park?

Hochrhöner (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain for partially paved trails with 16,640 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Sondernau - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein, which has 6,998 ft of elevation gain.

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