Best trails near Schwarzenburg
4.3(40 reviews)
Want to check out Schwarzenburg 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 Schwarzenburg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (29)·Moderate·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrScenic hike to the Schwarzwihrberg, Bavaria. The route starts at the parking lot near the Hotel Bergfried on the outskirts of the town of Rötz. From there it goes straight uphill over the Schützsteig to the 690 meter high local mountain of the town of Rötz, the Schwarzwihrberg. The Schwarzenburg bow ruins are located here and can be visited all year round. From there and finally from the summit of the Schwarzwihrberg, wonderful views open up the Schwarzachtal. There are places to stop for...
- 4.5 (10)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hike in the Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Let's start at the Bräuhausgarten (public toilet). This beautiful and varied circular hike leads through some forest areas and over beautiful fields with extensive views. The rock formations of the Steinerne Wand and the Schwarzenburg castle ruins with their lookout tower are particularly beautiful. Highlights of the hike: - Schwarzenburg castle ruins with observation tower - Detour to Hillstett (optional) -...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·19.2 mi·Est. 9–10 hrVaried section of the north route Goldsteig in the Upper Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Bavaria From the eighth stage, the Goldsteig is divided into a south route and a north route. The eighth stage of the Goldsteig: the north route begins with magnificent views, including the Haus Murach castle. The route leads through the nature reserve Prackendorfer and Kulzer Moos. A number of animal species that are on the red list live here. Highlights: - Special flora and fauna - Nature trail on the...
- Hard·11.9 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried route section in the Upper Palatinate, Bavaria Stage 9 of the Burgenweg leads from Thanstein over the stone wall to Bauhof. Follow the Schwarzach for a short distance and hike via Kleinenzenried to the stage destination Flischbach. Highlights: - Thanstein Castle - Schwarzenburg
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Schwarzenburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schwarzenburg is Schwarzwihrberg Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 29 reviews. This trail is 3.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 659 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schwarzenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schwarzenburg is Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 8: Oberviechtach to Rötz. This trail is estimated to be 19.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schwarzenburg?
Schwarzenburg: With an ascent of 3,244 ft, Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 8: Oberviechtach to Rötz has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Burgenweg Upper Palatinate Stage 9: Thanstein - Flischbach with 1,919 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schwarzenburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schwarzenburg is Goldsteig Northern Route Stage 8: Oberviechtach to Rötz with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
