Best trails near Kloster Weltenburg
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Want to check out Kloster Weltenburg 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 Kloster Weltenburg 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...
- 3.8 (5)·Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrDiverse circular hike in the Altmühltal nature park between Weltenburg and Hienheim. Highlights of the hike: - natural Danube floodplains - Crossing the Danube with a traditional cable ferry - Danube breakthrough in Weltenburger Narrows - Weltenburg Abbey (there is also a place to stop for refreshments) --- Accessible by bus and train
- 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
- Hard·15.4 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrPopular and scenic hike through the Weltenburger Enge near Kelheim, Bavaria. This idyllic loop starts at the pier of the Main-Danube Canal and leads via the Befreiungshalle on beautiful forest paths toward Weltenburg Abbey. It is possible to take the ferry to Weltenburg Monastery and enjoy a tour of the monastery and the wonderful beer garden. Afterward, the route returns by boat and follow the Altmühltal Panorama Trail with a steady uphill and downhill route into the Altmühltal valley....
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kloster Weltenburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kloster Weltenburg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kloster Weltenburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kloster Weltenburg 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 Kloster Weltenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kloster Weltenburg is Von Ingolstadt zum Kloster Weltenburg entlang der Donau. This trail is estimated to be 30.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kloster Weltenburg?
Kloster Weltenburg: With an ascent of 2,096 ft, Paddle Route: Vohburg on the Danube - Kehlheim has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Von Ingolstadt zum Kloster Weltenburg entlang der Donau with 2,030 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kloster Weltenburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kloster Weltenburg is Donau-Schlaufe am Jurasteig with a 3.8-star rating from 5 reviews.
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