Best trails near Bleisteinwände
4.3(102 reviews)
Want to check out Bleisteinwände from the trail? Good news: 5 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Bleisteinwände are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.5 (39)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried loop in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park from Pottenstein. The beautiful hiking route leads through forests, along small streams and over hills with interesting rock formations and caves, which are so often found in the Franconian Jura. With a bit of luck, game and other native animals can be spotted along the idyllic trail. The trail starts at the Weihersbachtal car park, which is subject to a charge. The "B470" bus stop is also nearby. Highlights: - Pottenstein Castle -...
- 4.6 (31)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic walk in Pottenstein, Bavaria. From the car park, the route leads through the beautiful and shady forest along the Püttlach. This route is located in the popular Franconian Switzerland - Veldensteiner Forst Nature Park. There is a car park right next to the forest café where the hike can be started. Highlights: - Püttlach valley - Püttlachtal Kneipp facility - Hydroelectric power station - Adam's Rock Cave - Small waterfalls
- 4.0 (12)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular and promising circular hike in Franconian Switzerland. This idyllic circular hike begins in Pottenstein and leads through the Püttlachtal. You can take a break at the castle ruins of Hollenberg and enjoy the view. Via the lookout tower "Himmelsleiter" you return to the starting point of the tour. Highlights: - Hollenberg castle ruins - Observation tower "Heaven's Ladder" - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.4 (19)·Hard·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried hiking trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Over a length of 15 km, this route leads from Pottenstein - best known for its castle, which is one of the oldest castles in Franconian Switzerland - through the valley of the Puettlach. Again and again you come across interesting rock formations and caves on the way. On the Schlossberg near Hollenberg there are other impressive wall relicts: the ruins of the late medieval castle Hollenberg. Highlights of...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrBeautiful nature route in Paüttlachtal, Bavaria. This trail leads through the Püttlachtal valley in Franconian Switzerland without any major inclines. The path follows the river of the same name and passes beautiful rock formations, meadows, shady forest sections and old mills. The hike is accompanied by the babbling of the water and the sight of the towering limestone cliffs that line the valley. With a bit of luck, you may spot rare birds such as the dipper or...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Bleisteinwände?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Bleisteinwände. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Bleisteinwände?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Bleisteinwände is Pottenstein Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 39 reviews. This trail is 10.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,574 ft.
What is the longest trail near Bleisteinwände?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Bleisteinwände is Upper Püttlachtal – Püttlachtalweg Loop from Körbeldorf. This trail is estimated to be 10.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Bleisteinwände?
Bleisteinwände: With an ascent of 1,574 ft, Pottenstein Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Hollenberg castle ruins from Pottenstein with 1,561 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Bleisteinwände?
The most popular and difficult trail near Bleisteinwände is Pottenstein Loop with a 4.5-star rating from 39 reviews.
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