Best trails near Wickenstein
4.2(28 reviews)
Want to check out Wickenstein 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. Explore Wickenstein from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wickenstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.0 (12)·Easy·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular theme trail in Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria. This family-friendly hike takes you into the world of nine well-known Goessweinstein sagas. The route is extremely varied; It goes on the Kreuzberg, between gigantic rocks on a beautiful section of the Frankenweg, past caves and up to Goessweinstein Castle. Highlights of the hike: - familyfriendly - wonderful views in Wiesenttal - Capuchin Cave - Goessweinstein Castle
- 4.6 (5)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrA varied city walk in Franconian Switzerland. From the parking lot at the cemetery you go to the most important sights of Gößweinstein with several caves, viewpoints and historical highlights. Highlights: - St. Mary's monastery church - Kreuzberg viewpoint - Stations of the Cross - Elisabeth Cave - Gößweinstein Castle - Wagnershöhe Pavilion viewpoint - War memorial ----------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train
- 3.9 (11)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThe hike starts in the middle of Gößweinstein (www.ferienzentrum-goessweinstein.de). You will walk over fields and meadows and over the Ludwigshöhe to Leutzdorf. The Esper cave can be found in the forest. The cave roof is partially collapsed. Several caves and cave entrances are located in an imposing rock formation, which is arranged in a semicircle. WATCH OUT! A cave entrance leads to the Klingloch, an approximately 13 m deep shaft, which is not secured! Walk through the forest to...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Wickenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wickenstein is Goeßweinstein Legend Trail, which has a 4.0 star rating from 12 reviews. This trail is 1.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 321 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wickenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wickenstein is Esper Cave and the Felsensteig. This trail is estimated to be 7.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wickenstein?
Wickenstein: With an ascent of 1,492 ft, Esper Cave and the Felsensteig has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Gößweinstein Circular with 367 ft of elevation gain.
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Points of interest
- Burg Gößweinstein
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Gößweinstein Friedhof
- Esperhöhle
- Ölberggrotte
- Kapuzinerhöhle
- Kreuzberg
- Fischersruh
- Burg Kohlstein
- Stempfermühltopf
- Luisenterrasse
- Basilika zur Heiligsten Dreifaltigkeit
- Sieghardfelsen
- Fellner - Doline
- Die Zinken oder Napoleonsfels
- Untere Gößweinsteiner Wände
- Spitzenstein
- Karwendelturm
- Felsentor bei Gößweinstein
- Kneippanlage
- Wickenstein