Best easy trails in Bavarian Forest Nature Park
The Bavarian Forest Nature Park borders the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park to the north and both the Czech border and the Bavarian Forest National Park to the east. The park with its Danube floodplains, high-altitude spruce forests and raised bogs has existed since 1967, making it one of the oldest nature parks in Bavaria. The defining landscape element of the park is the forest - it covers 50% of the nature park. It is a refuge for many endangered animal species such as capercaillie, lynx, otter, corncrake and freshwater pearl mussel.
A special highlight in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park is the NaturparkWelten - a museum experience in the Bayerisch Eisenstein border station. There are 7,000 kilometers of hiking trails and 35 nature experience trails waiting for visitors. Information is available at 6 nature park information points.
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- 4.6 (37)·Easy·1.4 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrSpectacular tour near Bodenmais in the Bavarian Forest. This short walk leads to the "Hochfall" natural monument, which consists of a 1 km long, largely untouched flow section of the Moosbach. This piece has been a natural monument since 1965, which can be explored from a small bridge that leads across the stream. Highlights of the hike: - family-friendly - Waterfall
- 4.3 (31)·Easy·1.1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park between Bodenmais and Bayerisch Eisenstein. The circular tour leads along the shore once around the Großer Arbersee, which together with the Arberseewand is a designated nature reserve. The untouched natural landscape is characterized by the mixed mountain forests, the impressive Arberseewand and the floating silting moor. Dogs must be kept on a lead throughout the nature reserve and there is a ban on swimming and sunbathing around the...
- 4.8 (19)·Easy·4.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrSome of the best parts about hiking is being on a rather empty trail, where crowds do not over flood the path. This trail is perfect for such a hike which takes you from Arberschutzhaus to Bodenhaus. This route takes you through moorlands and along several streams, a waterfall and a gorge.
- 4.6 (15)·Easy·31.4 mi·Est. 11–12 hrStage 12 of the German Danube Cycle Route. The motto of this day's stage is pure nature. The route from Regensburg to Straubing on the edge of the Bavarian Forest awaits with romantic wine villages and untouched nature reserves. The Danube meanders through hop fields, meadows and wooded areas and offers wonderful panoramic views. The small villages also invite to linger and stop for a bite to eat. Highlights: - Friesheim wine village - Stöcklwörth, Pfatterer Au and Gmünder Au nature...
- 4.3 (24)·Easy·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. This wonderful circular hiking trail leads around the Brandtner Riegel. The start is at the Schönebene hiking car park, where there is also a bus stop. The path follows the markings "Bo50". At the Silberberkwerk there is a possibility to stop and toilets. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Silberberg - idyllic forest paths - beautiful views over the mountain peaks - possible mine visit
- 4.2 (21)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThe Käsplatte is located north-east of Klinglbach between the towns of Kolmberg and Hinterwies. If you climb it, you will be rewarded with a view of the Pröller and Hohenbogen when visibility is good. The summit is littered with granite blocks, similar to the bosom in the Bavarian Forest National Park. On the cheese platter you cross the Goldsteig premium hiking trail.
- 4.3 (14)·Easy·1.6 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrYou can explore the Falkenstein National Park Center on the round trip, which is an experience especially for families with children. Stone Age caves, aurochs and primitive horses invite you to imagine the landscape in prehistoric times. In the Wilderness House there is an opportunity to stop off, visit the nature cinema and discover the National Park exhibition. Accessibility: the tour is barrier-free and suitable for wheelchair users and prams. Further information can be found at...
- 4.4 (5)·Easy·3.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The Viechtacher Loop Trail 3 begins in the center of Viechtach. From here you hike along the St. Anton chapel to Riedmuehle. The route mainly leads through open landscapes, occasionally along roads. Highlights of the hike: - Nature reserve Grosser Pfahl and Pfahlriegel - Viechtach - Chapel of St. Anton on the Pfahl - Gruft
Visitor info
The Sonnenhaus information center in Zwiesel is open daily from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm. Naturparkwelten is always open Wednesday to Sunday from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., during the Bavarian vacations and from July to October from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. daily.
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