Best long trails in Franconian Forest Nature Park
Dense forests, panoramic plateaus and deep meadow valleys are the striking landscapes of the Franconian Forest Nature Park. The wild and romantic Steinachklamm gorge and the Höllental valley are just a few examples of the impressive nature to be found in the nature park. Flora and fauna are rich in species and rare animal and plant species, for example the black stork, woodlark, arnica or club marmoset, are at home in the Franconian Forest, which is why almost 50% of the area is covered with forest, which is why the Franconian Forest is also known as the "Green Crown of Bavaria".
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- 4.7 (40)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrExciting circular hike in the Franconian Forest Nature Park near Lichtenberg. The hiking route leads once through the Höllental, a wild and romantic nature reserve in the Franconian Forest. The gorge, which is up to 170 meters deep in places, is unique in the Franconian Forest with its large boulders that line the slopes and sometimes fill entire sea of boulders. ---- Parking at the beginning of the route
- 4.3 (32)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrOfficial circular hike of the Franconian Forest Tourism. On this idyllic hike, the Köteltalsperre is completely circled once. The path is completely paved and car-free, so it is suitable as a bike tour or for a walk. There is multiple seating along the way. Also recommended for families.
- 3.6 (11)·Hard·12.1 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows stage 7 of the Rennsteig, connecting Spechtsbrunn with Brennersgrün on a historically significant section along the Thuringian-Bavarian border. The trail leads through dense spruce forests of the Franconian Forest and passes the Kalte Küche, a historic inn on an old trade route. A special highlight is hiking along the Green Belt, where old boundary stones and relics of the former inner-German border line the path. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses in Spechtsbrunn...
- 3.9 (7)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrWild and romantic hike in the Franconian Forest. A wonderful hike through rustling forests and the wild gorge. A castle once stood on the Wildenstein rock and, according to legend, Thor hurled his hammer against the rock face and thus paved the way for the Steinach to flow through the rock! With the power of its water, the Steinach once drove up to 25 different mills, including paper, powder and cutting mills. There is a restaurant for refreshments at the starting point at the...
- 4.1 (12)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in Bad Steben, Bavaria. In Bad Steben you start at the train station and hike a bit through the idyllic village before you go to the Upper Kurpark, where you have beautiful views. Highlights of the tour: - Accessible by train/bus - Spa park with rose garden - Upper spa park - St. John's Church - Soap pond & soap stream
- 4.4 (5)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrDemanding loop trail in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The 12-Apostles-Weg promises a varied hike, where you can find peace and quiet. The route leads through the Oelsnitz valley, dense forest and sun-drenched plateau. The route owes its name to a group of 12 apparently carefully placed diabase stones, the origin and meaning of which is still unclear to this day. Highlights of the hike: - Geroldsgruen fortified church - quiet hiking trails - stone group "12 apostles" -...
- 4.4 (4)·Hard·18 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrNatural route section in the Franconian Forest, Thuringia The first section of the Frankenweg begins in the Franconian Forest. From the Wiedeturm observation tower you have a wonderful view over Blankenstein. Through the Höllental you pass the famous "Hirschsprung", a large deer sculpture on a rock. In the local nature reserve you can enjoy the wild and romantic atmosphere on the small bridges over the Selbitz. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Wiedeturm observation...
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- Hässlerskapf
- Hazel Hill
- Selbitz
- Blick zum Hirschsprung
- König David
- Höllental
- Besucherbergwerk Friedrich-Wilhelm-Stollen
- Trinkwassertalsperre Mauthaus (Vorstaubecken)
- Ködeltalsperre (Trinkwassertalsperre Mauthaus)
- Der Rote Turm
- Langesbühl
- Steinachklamm
- Zwölf Apostel
- Kesselfels
- Wohnmobilstellplatz des Marktes Steinwiesen
- Gesteinsfaltung
- Schloß Rudolphstein
- Haßlach
- Kurhaus
- Prinzregent-Luitpold-Saal