Best trails near Kreuzfelsen
3.9(58 reviews)
Want to check out Kreuzfelsen from the trail? Good news: 15 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 Kreuzfelsen from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 13 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kreuzfelsen are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 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...
- 4.5 (6)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Altmühltal nature park. This entertaining circular hiking trail leads from romantic Essing along the Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal to the Panoramaweg with fantastic views of the Altmühltal. Highlights: - Randeck Castle - Essing-Blick viewpoint - several places to stop for a break in beautiful Essing ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 3.7 (5)·Moderate·28.6 mi·Est. 10–11 hrThis route is stage 5 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting in Beilngries, this gently downhill 46.2 km segment follows the scenic Altmühl river through dramatic rock landscapes, passing historic medieval town fortifications, the Ludwig-Donau-Main Canal, and Dietfurt. Overnight stays rely on regional guesthouses, inns, and hotels along the path, with advance reservations recommended during peak season. Water can be easily...
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·0.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrHistorical theme trail in the Bavarian Jura, Bavaria The art trail leads along the Restaltmühl and deals with the history and unique landscape of Essing. There are trigrams, benches and sculptures by various artists. If you want, you can cross the Tatzelwurm nearby - it is one of the longest wooden bridges in Europe and leads over the Ludwig-Main-Danube Canal. Accessibility Condition of the path: The path is stepless, signposted throughout and at least 1.50 m wide. It is not always easy to...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic and picturesque hike in Essing, Bavaria. A beautiful circular hiking trail that leads along Essing and Randeck. There are places to stop for refreshments along the route. The hiking sign is a green 1 on a yellow arrow. Highlights of the tour: - Cross Rock - Randeck Castle - Abraham Square
- 4.8 (3)·Moderate·10.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried circular hike from Kelheim in the Altmühltal nature park. The beautiful hiking trail with many interesting side trips and refreshment stops is a bit longer and you should have a certain basic level of fitness, but due to the moderate inclines and well-developed paths, it is technically easy and therefore also suitable for families. You can also shorten it in Randeck or Sausthal and take the bus back to Kelheim from there. Highlights of the hike: - Schulerloch stalactite cave -...
- 3.5 (2)·Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried circular hike near Kelheim in the Altmühltal nature park. A nice hike with many interesting points and wonderful views from above into the Altmühltal. The route is partially signposted, but not continuously. So better take a map or GPS with you. Highlights: - Schulerloch cave - Randeck Castle - Blautopf - Felsenhäusl - Prunn Castle
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kreuzfelsen?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kreuzfelsen. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 11 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kreuzfelsen?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kreuzfelsen is Kehlheim - Weltenburger Enge - Tatzelwurm, which has a 4.8 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 14.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,142 ft.
What is the longest trail near Kreuzfelsen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kreuzfelsen is Rundtour Limes-Donau-Altmühl. This trail is estimated to be 32.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kreuzfelsen?
Kreuzfelsen: With an ascent of 3,290 ft, Rundtour Limes-Donau-Altmühl has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Kelheim - Riedenburg - Echendorf with 2,664 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kreuzfelsen?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kreuzfelsen is Kehlheim - Weltenburger Enge - Tatzelwurm with a 4.8-star rating from 19 reviews.
