Best trails near Leitenberg
4.2(99 reviews)
Want to check out Leitenberg from the trail? Good news: 7 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Leitenberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (67)·Hard·14.2 mi·Est. 8–9 hrThis varied loop trail starts right in the village of Pommelsbrunn and winds its way through the rolling landscape of the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park. Two interconnected loops lead over several hills, including the Leitenberg and the Kreuzberg. Along the way, historic sights such as the ruins of Lichtenstein Castle and the Altes Haus castle site invite you to explore. The natural trails lead through quiet forest sections and over rocky terrain to impressive rock formations. The...
- 4.1 (15)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hike in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park, Bavaria. A beautiful, short hike. Start is at Pommelsbrunn railway station. The route first heads westwards through the village to the ruins of Lichtenstein Castle and on to Pleßelberg mountain. Along predominantly forest paths with a good portion of incline, the untouched landscape of the nature park can be admired. The route is also suitable for adventurous children. Refreshments are available at the...
- 4.8 (6)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrHistorical hike to Lichtenegg Castle, Bavaria. This beautiful loop starts at the Lindenhof and leads through hilly countryside to the ruins of Lichtenstein Castle and back. The ruins of Lichtenegg Castle are an aristocratic castle, presumably from the High Middle Ages, above the village of Lichtenegg in the municipality of Birgland in the Upper Palatinate district of Amberg-Sulzbach in Bavaria. It was first mentioned more than 700 years ago in the Nuremberg Reichssalbüchlein, but is...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Leitenberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Leitenberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Leitenberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Leitenberg is Pommelsbrunn 1,000-Meter High-Altitude Trail, which has a 4.6 star rating from 67 reviews. This trail is 14.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,608 ft.
What is the longest trail near Leitenberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Leitenberg is Heinrich-Scheuermann-Weg. This trail is estimated to be 15.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Leitenberg?
Leitenberg: With an ascent of 3,608 ft, Pommelsbrunn 1,000-Meter High-Altitude Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Heinrich-Scheuermann-Weg with 2,975 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Leitenberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Leitenberg is Pommelsbrunn 1,000-Meter High-Altitude Trail with a 4.6-star rating from 67 reviews.
