Best trails near Burg Pappenheim
4.1(38 reviews)
Want to check out Burg Pappenheim from the trail? Good news: 6 trails will get you there, including camping and 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Burg Pappenheim are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (24)·Moderate·27.4 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting in Treuchtlingen, this 44.3 km section follows the Altmühl river past the impressive rock formations of the Frankenalb to the baroque city of Eichstätt. The route passes historical landmarks such as Pappenheim Castle, the Sola Basilica in Solnhofen, and the dramatic rock formation of the Hülzernen Klinge. Overnight stays are usually in local guesthouses, inns, and...
- 4.6 (5)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Altmuehltal Nature Park, Bavaria. This is an official hiking trail of the Altmuehltal Nature Park. The route offers beautiful views of the historic Pappenheim Castle, explores the surrounding forest and passes through the town itself. Highlights of the hike: - View of Pappenheim Castle - Altmuehltal - Panoramic view of Pappenheim
- 4.3 (6)·Moderate·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis route is the fourth stage of the Altmühltal Panorama Trail, a long-distance hiking trail through the Altmühltal Nature Park. This specific section begins in the medieval castle town of Pappenheim and ends in Solnhofen. After a partly steep ascent through the forest, a narrow high-altitude trail winds along the river and offers magnificent views. The route crosses the sunny juniper heaths on the Zimmerner Hang and finally reaches Solnhofen. The town is world-renowned for its fossil finds...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Burg Pappenheim?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Burg Pappenheim. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Burg Pappenheim?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Burg Pappenheim is Altmühltal Cycle Path Stage 3: Treuchtlingen - Eichstätt, which has a 4.5 star rating from 24 reviews. This trail is 27.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,188 ft.
What is the longest trail near Burg Pappenheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Burg Pappenheim is Altmühltal Cycle Path Stage 3: Treuchtlingen - Eichstätt. This trail is estimated to be 27.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Burg Pappenheim?
Burg Pappenheim: With an ascent of 2,188 ft, Altmühltal Cycle Path Stage 3: Treuchtlingen - Eichstätt has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Altmühltal-Panoramaweg Schlaufe 7: Weissenburger Reichsstadtweg with 1,286 ft of elevation gain.
