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Best backpacking trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park

Best backpacking trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park

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The Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park borders the Bavarian Forest Nature Park to the south and the German-Czech border to the east. It is the fourth largest nature park in Bavaria and covers the districts of Cham and Schwandorf. Hikers can enjoy varied nature and explore the small Arbersee lake with its floating islands, the Rötelsee area with its many wild animals and migratory birds or the Höllbach with its rocks and wooded areas. There is a castle museum in Falkenstein Castle Park and historic castle ruins to discover in Sattelpeilstein Castle Park and the Schwarzenberg pile ruins.

Nature can be explored with all your senses - alone or with the help of the regularly offered guided tours. During the summer vacations, there is an additional vacation program and events for children with the motto "On the trail of nature".

Top sights

Naturschutzgebiet Hölle
Naturschutzgebiet Hölle
Viewpoint
Räuber Heigl Höhle
Räuber Heigl Höhle
Cave
Kreuzfelsen
Kreuzfelsen
Peak
Mühlbauernberg
Mühlbauernberg
Peak
Mittagstein
Mittagstein
Peak
Mittagsstein-Denkmal
Mittagsstein-Denkmal
Viewpoint

Top trails

  1. #1 - Grosser Arber - Kleiner Arber - Kleiner Arbersee

    4.4 (19)·Hard·9.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Panoramic hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The start and finish of this hike is the summit station of the Grosser Arber mountain railway (for a sportier challenge: start at the valley station of the mountain railway). From here it is a good seven kilometers to the Kleiner Arbersee, which is best known for its floating islands. With the exception of an ascent to the Chamer Huette, the route is quite relaxed overall. Highlights of the hike: - Big Arber - Little Arber -...

  2. #2 - Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 13: Eck to Großer Arber

    4.3 (23)·Hard·9.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Demanding section of the north route Goldsteig in the Bavarian Forest National Park, Bavaria. The 13th stage of the Goldsteig: Northern route is one of the most strenuous, but offers fantastic views and a wonderful panorama. Due to unspoilt forests, wild nature and wild blueberry bushes, strenuous ascents alternate with pleasant descents. The route leads over eight “thousands” to the stage destination Großer Arber. Highlights: - Eight-thousand-meter tour - Bayerwald Tierpark - Kleiner...

  3. #3 - Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 12: Schönbuchen to Eck

    4.5 (12)·Hard·6.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Promising section of the north route Goldsteig in the Bavarian Forest, Bavaria. The twelfth stage of the Goldsteig: the north route leads from Schönbuchen over the riding mountain to the Kötzinger hut. Here you can enjoy the fantastic panoramic views over the Zellertal and the Lamer Winkel. You then continue along alpine rock landscapes and further forest areas to the stage destination Eck. Highlights: - Kaiterberg - Räuber-Heigl-Höhle - Midday stone - Steinbühler Gesenke - smoke tubes -...

  4. #4 - Lam loop to the small Arbersee and the Hindenburgkanzel

    4.6 (7)·Hard·20.8 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
    Demanding MTB or trekking tour in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. From Lam you hike or ride through the valley of the Weissen Regen and over the Kleiner Arbersee and the Hindenburgkanzel in the direction of the Czech border. The Kleiner Arbersee is known far beyond the country's borders for its floating islands. It's worth hiking around the pretty body of water (optional, about 40 minutes). You have the opportunity to stop at restaurants along the way. There are also...

  5. #5 - Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 8: Oberviechtach to Rötz

    4.0 (1)·Hard·19.2 mi·Est. 9–10 hr
    Varied section of the north route Goldsteig in the Upper Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Bavaria From the eighth stage, the Goldsteig is divided into a south route and a north route. The eighth stage of the Goldsteig: the north route begins with magnificent views, including the Haus Murach castle. The route leads through the nature reserve Prackendorfer and Kulzer Moos. A number of animal species that are on the red list live here. Highlights: - Special flora and fauna - Nature trail on the...

  6. #6 - Goldsteig Suedroute Stage 12: Falkenstein - Wiesenfelden

    5.0 (2)·Hard·19.2 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hr
    Varied stage of the "Goldsteig" long-distance hiking trail, Bavaria. The stage starts at the pavilion between the hiking car park and Falkenstein. First a relaxing stretch to the Tannerl pilgrimage chapel in a tranquil forest clearing, then around the Postfelden lake - and then the highlight of today's tour begins: the Hoelle nature reserve. After the rustically carved signpost "Zur Hoelle" follows an approx. 4 km long, natural route along the Hoellbach, an extraordinary natural landscape....

  7. #7 - Goldsteig Nordroute Stage 9: Rötz to Herzogau

    4.0 (2)·Hard·16.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hr
    Varied section of the north route Goldsteig in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria The ninth stage of the Goldsteig: Northern route begins in Rötz and leads via Döfering to the stage destination Herzogau. The route leads alternately through deep forests and through small towns, over the Galgenberg and along smaller streams and ponds. Highlights: - Upper Palatinate Handicraft Museum - Eixendorfer reservoir - Schönthal monastery - Trenck the Pandur

  8. #8 - Pandurensteig Etappe 1: Waldmünchen - Cham

    4.0 (2)·Hard·14.5 mi·Est. 7–8 hr
    Idyllic stretch through the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The first stage of the Pandurensteig leads along fantastic views through the varied landscape. Along wide meadows and fields, through deep forests and rural villages, it goes on easy paths from Waldmünchen to Cham. Highlights: - Open-air play "Trenckder Pandur before Waldmünchen" - Mountains of the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park - Prospects for the city of Cham

  9. #9 - Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 10: Herzogau to Furth im Wald

    3.5 (5)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Promising section of the north route Goldsteig near Herzogau, Bavaria. The tenth stage of the Goldsteig: Northern route begins in Herzogau and leads over numerous peaks and along impressive rock formations to the stage destination Furth im Wald. Among other things, the route leads over the Klammerfels, the Fellerer Kanzel, the Pfennigfelsen, and the Gaißriegel. Highlights: - Klammerfelsen with a 360-degree observation tower - Three coat of arms rocks - Cross on the corner of the journey -...

  10. #10 - Goldsteig South Route Stage 11: Reichenbach - Falkenstein

    5.0 (1)·Hard·13.4 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    This route is the 11th stage of the Goldsteig South Route, a long-distance hiking trail in Germany, and runs from Reichenbach to Falkenstein. The trail features moderate climbs through dense forests, passes the Pfaffenstein granite natural monument, and continues past the Lobenstein castle ruins. After passing through Zell, hikers tackle rocky sections and the mystical Lauberberg, characterized by boulders, before the final ascent to Falkenstein Castle. Overnight stays are in local...
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Where is the best trail to hike for backpacking in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail to hike for backpacking in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park is Grosser Arber - Kleiner Arber - Kleiner Arbersee, which has a 4.4 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 9.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,506 ft.

What is the longest backpacking trail in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park is MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest. This trail is estimated to be 421.9 mi long.

How many backpacking trails are in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

There are 32 backpacking trails in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park.These backpacking trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom 88 AllTrails community reviews.

Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park?

MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest has the most elevation gain for backpacking trails with 59,517 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Bavarian Forest: Southern main hiking route, which has 17,165 ft of elevation gain.

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