Best trails near Großer Pfaffenstein
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Want to check out Großer Pfaffenstein from the trail? Good news: 4 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 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Großer Pfaffenstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. This hike begins at the Reichenbach monastery, which was founded by the Benedictines in 1118 and today has a monastery tavern, among other things. Via Hochgart you walk into the forest and past the Grosser Pfaffenstein. You often hike directly along the Harsbach. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest - Harsbach - Large Pfaffenstein - Monastery Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and Reichenbach am Regen...
- 5.0 (4)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. The start and finish of this hike is in the tranquil village of Wald. Over fields and meadows you hike into the forest. You hike through this for about 5 km and pass the Grosser Pfaffenstein, a striking rocky peak. More than half of the route leads along unpaved hiking trails. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest - many forest paths - Large Pfaffenstein
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·13.4 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis route is the 11th stage of the Goldsteig South Route, a long-distance hiking trail in Germany, and runs from Reichenbach to Falkenstein. The trail features moderate climbs through dense forests, passes the Pfaffenstein granite natural monument, and continues past the Lobenstein castle ruins. After passing through Zell, hikers tackle rocky sections and the mystical Lauberberg, characterized by boulders, before the final ascent to Falkenstein Castle. Overnight stays are in local...
- Moderate·1.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular hiking trail in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. This is a beautiful forest hike that leads to the Grosser Pfaffenstein. Although the route is rather short at less than 2 km, you should bring a bit of physical fitness: the first 300 m are quite steep uphill. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths - Large Pfaffenstein
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Großer Pfaffenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Großer Pfaffenstein is Pfaffenstein trail, which has a 4.0 star rating from 1 reviews. This trail is 4.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 754 ft.
What is the longest trail near Großer Pfaffenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Großer Pfaffenstein is Goldsteig South Route Stage 11: Reichenbach - Falkenstein. This trail is estimated to be 13.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Großer Pfaffenstein?
Großer Pfaffenstein: With an ascent of 2,821 ft, Goldsteig South Route Stage 11: Reichenbach - Falkenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Pfaffenstein loop (Wd02) with 774 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Großer Pfaffenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Großer Pfaffenstein is Goldsteig South Route Stage 11: Reichenbach - Falkenstein with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
