Best trails near Donaudurchbruch
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Want to check out Donaudurchbruch from the trail? Good news: 10 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 10 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Donaudurchbruch are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (61)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThere are numerous hiking opportunities in the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve. This route is one of the most scenic. The paths are well marked. From Kehlheim it goes over the first Danube bridge. On the other side of the river, follow path no. 3: "Weltenburger Höhenweg". This leads through the forest and to a vantage point at the Weiser Kreuz, a nice place for a lunch break. Continue to the picturesque Weltenburg Monastery. Just past that there is a cable ferry that takes you across the...
- 4.5 (43)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular hike in the Altmuehltal nature park, Bavaria. The Weltenburger Enge is one of the most popular attractions in the Altmuehltal Nature Park. In addition to the "Langen Wand", where the Danube forces its way through the Weltenburg Narrows, you can also look forward to great views and cultural pearls such as the Weltenburg Monastery on this loop trail. Highlights of the hike: - Cave church Kloesterl - Rock hive - "Lange Wand" (Danube squeezes through the Weltenburg Narrows here) -...
- 4.8 (15)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic hike along the Danube and through the forests of the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve around Kelheim in the Altmühltal nature park. Duration: approx. 2 hours Highlights of the hike: - historical hermitage of monasteries with rock church and refreshment stops in the beer garden - caves along the way - impressive rock formations - Views of the Danube breakthrough - Weltenburg Monastery -
- 4.4 (17)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria. This fantastic hike offers the perfect mix of nature, culture and magnificent views. The route runs through the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve, which is characterized by mighty rock faces up to 70 m high. Both the starting and finishing points can be reached by bus. Highlights of the hike: - Weltenburger Enge nature reserve ("Danube Gorge") - imposing rock formations - Kelheim Franciscan Church - great views of the Danube valley -...
- 4.3 (15)·Moderate·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop near Weltenburg in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria, Germany This beautiful, short route leads from Weltenburg along the Danube to the monastery of the same name with its brewery museum and monastery pub. It is the oldest monastery brewery in the world! The route continues along magnificent beech and mixed forests close to the Danube to the Danube gorge, the "Weltenburger Enge", which is a popular photo motif. The Long Wall, which ends the Danube Promenade Trail, is also...
- 4.8 (19)·Hard·14.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrVaried circular hike in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria. Rugged rocks, idyllic riverbanks and beautiful views characterize this route. Starting in Kehlheim, the route first leads through the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve, directly along the Danube. Most of the route follows the Weltenburger Höhenweg, which is known for its diversity. The route then continues along the Altmühl, along the northern bank of which it also returns to the starting point. Beautiful highlights along the route...
- 4.9 (5)·Hard·15.1 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThis route follows stage 13, the final leg of the certified "Jurasteig" premium trail, connecting Riedenburg back to the starting point in Kelheim. This wildly romantic section runs parallel to the Altmühltal-Panoramaweg. The hike leads along the Altmühl slopes into the ravine forest of the Klamm nature reserve and continues up to the spectacular Prunn Castle. Passing the azure-blue "Blautopf" karst spring, you cross the river into Essing via the "Tatzlwurm", one of Europe's longest wooden...
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is stage 15—the final stage—of the Altmühltal-Panoramaweg, a long-distance trail in Bavaria. This segment leads from historic Essing along dramatic Jura cliffs through the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve to Kelheim. A major highlight is the detour to Weltenburg Abbey, the oldest monastery in Bavaria. Hikers can cross the Danube by ferry before ascending to the iconic Liberation Hall (Befreiungshalle) on Mount Michelsberg, which offers expansive views over Kelheim. Overnight stays...
- 4.6 (3)·Hard·17.7 miDemanding paddling tour on the Danube, Bavaria. This paddling tour in the Altmuehltal Nature Park begins at the campsite on the Donaulaende near Vohburg an der Donau. From here you float through the famous and nature-protected Danube Gorge ("Weltenburger Enge") to Kehlheim. You should have paddling experience and not do this tour alone. Highlights of the route: - Weltenburg Narrows - Kehlheim - fantastic views of the Weltenburg Monastery, among others
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Donaudurchbruch?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Donaudurchbruch. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Donaudurchbruch?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Donaudurchbruch is Altmühltal-Panoramaweg Schlaufe 27: Kelheim, which has a 4.7 star rating from 61 reviews. This trail is 8.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,417 ft.
What is the longest trail near Donaudurchbruch?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Donaudurchbruch is Paddle Route: Vohburg on the Danube - Kehlheim. This trail is estimated to be 17.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Donaudurchbruch?
Donaudurchbruch: With an ascent of 2,444 ft, Jurasteig Stage 13: Riedenburg - Kelheim has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Altmühl Panoramaweg Schlaufe 26 Essing-Ihrlerstein with 2,142 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Donaudurchbruch?
The most popular and difficult trail near Donaudurchbruch is Kehlheim - Weltenburger Enge - Tatzelwurm with a 4.8-star rating from 19 reviews.
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- Bienenkorb
- Wieserkreuz
- Kloster Trauntal bei Kelheim
- St. Georg
- Hall of Liberation
- Alcimoennis (ehem. kelt. Stadt)
- Donaudurchbruch
- Kelt. Zangentor
- Michelsberg
- Keltentor
- Frauenbergkapelle
- Kloster Weltenburg
- Römerwand
- St.Johann Baptist und Evangelist
- Wurzberg
- Räuberfelsen
- Peter-und-Paul-Felsen
- Eichberg
- Turmhügel des Mittelalters
- Wolfgangswall