Best trails near Salzburg
2.8(6 reviews)
Want to check out Salzburg from the trail? Good news: 4 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore Salzburg from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 2 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Salzburg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 2.4 (2)·Easy·3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThe Karolingerweg WA5 route loops gently through the scenic countryside near Großeibstadt in the Grabfeld region. Following wide agricultural paths and unpaved forest trails, the walk invites visitors along rolling hills toward the Fränkische Saale river valley. The path carries deep historic roots tied to the early Middle Ages, when Charlemagne established a royal palace in nearby Salz. Tree-lined dirt tracks offer views of open fields, quiet village boundaries, and traditional Bavarian...
- Easy·3.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrInteresting loop in the Rhön biosphere reserve. A great hike for young and old here in Neustadt, where the Brend torrent flows into the Saale. A lot can be learned about the biodiversity of the river from the ten information boards along the way. With a bit of luck, kingfisher, brown trout or water shrew can be spotted along the way. The start is at the car park in Kurhausstraße. Bad Neustadt (Saale) railway station is also very close by, so you traveling there by train is possible. There...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Salzburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Salzburg is Neustadt an der Saale - Bad Neuhaus - Luitpold Höhe, which has a 2.4 star rating from 2 reviews. This trail is 3.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 564 ft.
What is the longest trail near Salzburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Salzburg is Bad Neustadt an der Saale - Hollstadt - Maria Bildhausen. This trail is estimated to be 22.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Salzburg?
Salzburg: With an ascent of 3,293 ft, Bad Neustadt an der Saale - Hollstadt - Maria Bildhausen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Mühlbacher Karl-Straub Weg with 813 ft of elevation gain.
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