Best trails near Wassersteintor
4.1(6 reviews)
Want to check out Wassersteintor from the trail? Good news: 3 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. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 2 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wassersteintor are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- Hard·16.6 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis route is stage 20 of the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg, a long-distance trail in Bavaria; this specific segment starts in Pegnitz and ends in Plech. The path leads from the town of Pegnitz into the vast, contiguous woodlands of the Veldenstein Forest (Veldensteiner Forst), one of the largest forest areas in Bavaria. The itinerary follows quiet, undulating forest tracks, passing impressive dolomite rock formations and traversing the scenic karst landscapes of the Franconian Jura before reaching...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Wassersteintor?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wassersteintor is Rund um Betzenstein (kleine Runde), which has a 4.5 star rating from 2 reviews. This trail is 3.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 538 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wassersteintor?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wassersteintor is Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 20: Pegnitz - Plech. This trail is estimated to be 16.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wassersteintor?
Wassersteintor: With an ascent of 2,539 ft, Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 20: Pegnitz - Plech has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rund um Betzenstein with 813 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Wassersteintor?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wassersteintor is Franconian Mountain Trail Stage 20: Pegnitz - Plech with a -star rating from 0 reviews.
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