Best trails near Großer Falkenstein
4.3(62 reviews)
Want to check out Großer Falkenstein 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 Großer Falkenstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.6 (26)·Hard·9.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic loop to the Falkenberg, Bavaria. The loop starts at the Zwieseler Waldhaus and leads hikers uphill through the Mittelsteighütte primeval forest to the Falkenberg. It follows the Jägersteig trail past the Rukowitzberg. The effort of the ascent is finally rewarded with beautiful views. The Falkensteinschutzhaus invites you to stop for a bite to eat or stay overnight (note opening times). The detour to the Windwurf adventure trail is also particularly beautiful along the way. At an...
- 3.7 (11)·Hard·8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrCharming and wild hiking route through the Bavarian Forest National Park. This route leads through the rustic area of the Bavarian Forest National Park to the Großer Falkenstein summit with its very scenic views. On the way there, wild and romantic paths lead through a primeval gorge. This is in the Zwieseler Winkel at the foot of the Falkenstein massif. The route also takes you to the Höllbach threshold - the former Triftteich invites you to take a break. A short distance above the rocky...
- 3.8 (5)·Hard·8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrIdyllic section of the north route Goldsteig in the Bavarian Forest National Park, Bavaria The 15th stage of the Goldsteig: Northern route begins at the hiking park in Bayerisch Eisenbach and first leads to the Trifter-Klause Schwellhäusl. We continue along imposing trees and through the mountain spruce forest to the stage destination, the Großer Falkenstein shelter. Highlights: - Sundial at Schwellhäusl - Hans-Watzlik-Hain primeval forest adventure trail - Ruckowitz shafts - Great Falkenstein
- 4.0 (4)·Hard·17 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrPicturesque section of the north route Goldsteig in the Bavarian Forest National Park, Bavaria On the 16th stage of the Goldsteig: north route, the path leads south of the Czech National Park “Šumava” mainly along shafts - former forest pastures - felts - high moors with special flora and fauna. The stage is a little more strenuous, but offers beautiful landscapes and idyllic paths. Highlights: - Beef pasture - Lindberger pasture - Zwieselter moor - Laces lake - Lost pasture
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·15.3 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrPromising circular hike in the Bavarian Forest National Park, Bavaria. A truly fantastic hike in the Bavarian Forest, which inspires with idyllic forest paths and fantastic views over the mountains. The slightly more than 24 km long tour, which leads over the Kleiner and Großer Falkenstein, starts in Regenhütte. Highlights of the hike: - Little Falcon Stone - Great Falcon Stone - Falkenstein National Park Center with outdoor animal area - Jungle Mittelsteighütte
- Hard·8.8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrYou can easily get there by train. You can drive to Plattling and change there to the Waldbahn, which will take you to Bayerisch Eisenstein. The tour really starts at the train station in Bayerisch Eisenstein. The ascent to the Falkenstein requires a bit of stamina with an altitude difference of around 600 m.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Großer Falkenstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Großer Falkenstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Großer Falkenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Großer Falkenstein is Falkenstein Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 26 reviews. This trail is 9.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,450 ft.
What is the longest trail near Großer Falkenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Großer Falkenstein is Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 16: Großer Falkenstein to Rachel. This trail is estimated to be 17.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Großer Falkenstein?
Großer Falkenstein: With an ascent of 3,503 ft, From Regenhütte to the small and large Falkenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Vom Zwieslerwaldhaus auf den Großen Falkenstein with 3,287 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Großer Falkenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Großer Falkenstein is Falkenstein Loop with a 4.6-star rating from 26 reviews.
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- Höllbachgspreng
- Großer Falkenstein
- Hochwiesriegel
- Höllbachschwelle
- Kleiner Falkenstein
- Brunnen /Tränke
- Latschensee
- Hirschbachschwelle
- Hochschachten
- Diensthütte Lindbergschachten
- Schloss Ludwigsthal
- Lindberger Schachten
- Schloss Buchenau
- Wolf
- Scheuereckberg
- Wohnmobilstellplätze und Zeltplatz in Scheuereck
- Nationalparkzentrum Falkenstein
- Höllbachriegel
- Ruckowitzberg
- Wasserversorgung