Best trails near Basaltpferde
4.5(210 reviews)
Want to check out Basaltpferde 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Basaltpferde are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (145)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrCharming Loop in the Steinwald Nature Park, Bavaria. This route leads through the Steinwald Nature Park to the Weißenstein castle ruins. The castle was built in the 11th century and was a fortified position as early as the 13th century. In the 14th century, the castle passed to the Nothafft nobility, who continued to expand it. Destroyed and rebuilt several times during the various battles for the Bavarian throne, it was completely abandoned in 1550. It starts at the Marktredwitzerhaus...
- 5.0 (4)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Goldsteig, a long-distance trail from Marktredwitz to Passau, beginning in Marktredwitz and ending in Friedenfels. The trail leaves the Auenpark, passing a natural outdoor pool and rural fields before ascending into the heart of the Steinwald Nature Park. Hikers encounter the Basaltpferdchen rock formations, the medieval Weißenstein castle ruins with its panoramic keep, the Kibitzstein rock arch, and quiet woodland paths leading into Friedenfels. Overnight...
- 4.5 (4)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrIdyllic route section in the Upper Palatinate, Bavaria The first stage of the Burgenweg leads through the beautiful cultural landscape of the Steinwald Nature Park and is a nice start to the long-distance hiking trail. It starts at the parking lot in Marktredwitz (the starting point can also be reached by bus and train). Walk south and follow the course of the Kössein for a while to Waldershof. If you want, you can make a short detour to the castle and look for a place to stop for...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Basaltpferde?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Basaltpferde. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Basaltpferde?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Basaltpferde is Weissenstein Castle Ruins, which has a 4.6 star rating from 145 reviews. This trail is 4.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 803 ft.
What is the longest trail near Basaltpferde?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Basaltpferde is Im Steinwald. This trail is estimated to be 20.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Basaltpferde?
Basaltpferde: With an ascent of 3,001 ft, Im Steinwald has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Fuchsmühl zum Platte Oberpfalzturm with 2,401 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Basaltpferde?
The most popular and difficult trail near Basaltpferde is Goldsteig South Route Stage 1: Marktredwitz - Friedenfels with a 5.0-star rating from 4 reviews.