Best trails near Höhle unter der Riesenburg
4.6(43 reviews)
Want to check out Höhle unter der Riesenburg 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Höhle unter der Riesenburg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (13)·Moderate·2.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park. A hike on this loop trail near Waischenfeld promises a lot of variety over a short distance. Right at the beginning there is a climb to overcome. However, the effort is immediately rewarded with great views from the "Wiesenttalblick" view point and a gigantic natural monument: the Riesenburg (collapse cave), which was already visited by King Ludwig I. As the hike continues, you pass the pretty little towns of...
- 4.7 (11)·Hard·13.9 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrEndurance takes centre stage on this challenging circular tour through the heart of Franconian Switzerland. The route combines several steep ascents and descents and offers a comprehensive tour through the green Wiesenttal valley and its iconic limestone cliffs. A mixture of shady forest paths, meadow crossings and paved hiking trails that require a steady pace to cover all the metres in altitude can be expected. A particular highlight is the view of the Neideck castle ruins, a fortification...
- 4.8 (3)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried classic around Müggendorf, Bavaria. This extensive circular hike shows the scenic diversity of the Wiesenttal valley. The route first leads from Muggendorf up to the heights, where there are viewing cliffs and highlights such as the Oswald Cave and the Quacken Castle. After the descent to Rieserburg Castle, a relaxed section follows through the confluence valley of the Wiesent and Aufseß rivers. The final section is the ascent via Albertshof, which once again offers sweeping views of...
- 4.9 (4)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried route section in Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria On the tenth stage of the Frankenweg you can marvel at numerous caves. It goes through fir forests and over sunny fields and along the banks of the Wiesent. On top of the "Riesenburg" you can marvel at an overgrown collapse cave with a natural bridge. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Oswald's Cave - Giant castle - Gößweinstein Castle - "Franconian Switzerland" steam engine - Pilgrimage basilica "To the Holy...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Höhle unter der Riesenburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Höhle unter der Riesenburg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Höhle unter der Riesenburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Höhle unter der Riesenburg is Loop trail Riesenburg - Engelhardsberg - Schottersmuehle, which has a 4.6 star rating from 13 reviews. This trail is 2.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 603 ft.
What is the longest trail near Höhle unter der Riesenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Höhle unter der Riesenburg is Wiesenttal Trail “Neideck 1000”. This trail is estimated to be 13.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Höhle unter der Riesenburg?
Höhle unter der Riesenburg: With an ascent of 3,310 ft, Wiesenttal Trail “Neideck 1000” has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Durch das Wiesenttal zur Oswaldhöhle und Riesenburg nach Behringsmühle with 2,621 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Höhle unter der Riesenburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Höhle unter der Riesenburg is Wiesenttal Trail “Neideck 1000” with a 4.7-star rating from 11 reviews.
Top sights in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park
Explore in the Wiesenttal area
More trails
- Burgruine Neideck - Brunhildenstein -Trainmeuseler Brunnen
- Romantic Trail Müggendorf
- Castle and Cave Hike in Streitberg
- Druid tour from Muggendorf to Druid Grove and Frauenstein
- Swing Arch Loop (Muggendorfer Rundweg)
- Von der Riesenburg nach Muggendorf und Albertsdorf
- Frankenweg stage 10: Wiesenttal - Pottenstein
- Rundwanderweg Birkenreuth-Wohlmannsgesees
Activities
Attractions
- Cave trails in Wiesenttal
- Forest trails in Wiesenttal
- Hard trails in Wiesenttal
- Long trails in Wiesenttal
- Moderate trails in Wiesenttal
- River trails in Wiesenttal
- Trails with historic sites in Wiesenttal
- Trails with views in Wiesenttal
- Waterfall trails in Wiesenttal
- Wildflower trails in Wiesenttal
- Wildlife trails in Wiesenttal
Suitability
Points of interest
- Matterhornwand
- Muschelquelle
- Ruine Neideck
- Haager Brunnen
- Schwammkalkfelsmassiv mit vorgelagertem Streitberger Schild und Ruine
- Lochgefängnis unter der Streitburg
- Sinterterrassen
- Riesenburg
- Kneippanlage Muggendorf
- Doktorshöhle
- Hohler Berg
- Obere Muggendorfer Wände
- Oswaldhöhle
- König-Ludwig-Felsen
- Wundershöhle
- Aussichtsturm Hohes Kreuz
- Binghöhle
- Guck-Hüll
- Kirchenweghöhle
- Erfahrungsfeld der Sinne