Best trails near Heiligenstädter See
3.4(12 reviews)
Want to check out Heiligenstädter See from the trail? Good news: 9 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 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Heiligenstädter See are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·14.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried route section in Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria The eighth stage of the Frankenweg leads to Heiligenstadt in Upper Franconia. You can stop off at the Renaissance castle Giechtburg at the beginning of the route. The beautiful community of Heiligenstadt in Upper Franconia is a popular destination and offers many historical sights and refreshments. Highlights: - Giechtburg castle ruins - Gügel pilgrimage church - historical buildings in Laibarös - Church of St. Vitus and St. Michael...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·26.6 mi·Est. 12–13 hrDemanding MTB tour in Bavaria, Germany. You can start the varied tour in Buttenheim or in Heiligenstadt. The tour leads through the ups and downs between Heiligenstadt and Buttenheim and has both relaxed sections, beautiful descents and steeper climbs ready. Most of the time it goes over field and field paths.
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·32.6 mi·Est. 12.5–14 hrPopular bike tour in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Picturesque river valleys, churches worth seeing and other historic buildings as well as some beautiful wooded areas ensure variety when cycling. You can stop for a break at a restaurant, for example in Königsfeld or in Heiligenstadt. Highlights of the tour: - Castle Weiher in Hollfeld-Weiher - Valley of the Aufsess - Leinleiter - Churches in Hollfeld - Way Chapel Sachsendorf - Detour to Greifenstein Castle...
- 3.2 (4)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrRoyal hike in Heiligenstadt in Upper Franconia, Bavaria. Greifenstein Castle towers high above the town of Heiligenstadt in Franconian Switzerland. The imposing building can be seen from afar. On this idyllic route you can also hike along the rope ladder and even take a short detour to a cave. Highlights: - Castle Greifenstein - Feme cave - Ulrichstein - Kreuzstein - The silent messenger - Lake Heiligenstadt - Line ladder
- 1.0 (1)·Moderate·24.6 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrPopular mountain bike tour in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. A beautiful tour that runs partly on forest trails and partly on roads with little traffic. The route includes a notable 8% grade that winds up the mountain for about 7 km. Suitable for mountain bikes or off-road bikes. Highlights of the tour: - Bamberg - beautiful views - varied trails
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Heiligenstädter See?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Heiligenstädter See is Frankenweg stage 8: Scheßlitz - Heiligenstadt, which has a 5.0 star rating from 2 reviews. This trail is 14.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,040 ft.
What is the longest trail near Heiligenstädter See?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Heiligenstädter See is Hollfeld - Königsfeld - Heiligenstadt in Upper Franconia. This trail is estimated to be 32.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Heiligenstädter See?
Heiligenstädter See: With an ascent of 3,802 ft, MTB 2 Altenberg - Kälberberg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Maintal-Leinleitertal-Radweg with 3,192 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Heiligenstädter See?
The most popular and difficult trail near Heiligenstädter See is Frankenweg stage 8: Scheßlitz - Heiligenstadt with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
