Best trails near Fichtelberg
4.4(40 reviews)
Want to check out Fichtelberg from the trail? Good news: 12 trails will get you there, including hiking and backpacking 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 11 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Fichtelberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 5.0 (15)·Hard·38.6 mi·Est. 17–18.5 hrDemanding hiking event in the Ore Mountains, Saxony. The annual Fichtelberg March begins in Chemnitz and leads more than 60 km to the Fichtelberg, the highest mountain on the German side of the Ore Mountains. More information about the event can be found under the link under "Tips". Highlights of the hike: - Oberwiesenthal health resort - Summit of the Fichtelberg (1215 m above sea level) - Taufichtig - Geyrian Forest - Abtwald
- 4.4 (4)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis route follows stage 8 of the certified "Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland" premium trail, connecting Bärenstein with Oberwiesenthal on a peak-scaling and highly varied section. The hike initially leads downhill to the picturesque Cranzahl Dam, where a 500-meter (0.3-mile) long retaining wall offers an inviting spot to rest. Passing the Toskabank viewpoint with its beautifully carved wooden seating area, the trail continues toward Kretscham-Rothensehma, accompanied by the whistling of the...
- 3.8 (7)·Hard·14.8 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrA varied circular route in Oberwiesenthal, Saxony. This tour starts at Oberwiesenthal train station. Parking spaces are also nearby. This tour has many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes. The black pond and the refuge are particularly beautiful. There are refreshment stops along the way, and there is also the option of taking the bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 5.0 (3)·Easy·9.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route follows stage 9 of the certified "Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland" premium trail, connecting Oberwiesenthal with Breitenbrunn on a scenically and culturally impressive section. The hike begins at the Fichtelberg summit, passes the famous ski arena, and partly follows the historic Anton Günther trail. Moving through deep forests, the path descends into the Pöhlwasser Valley to the historic Wettinbrunnen spring and its trail shelter. After passing Ehrenzipfel right on the Czech border,...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·22.6 mi·Est. 10–11 hrPromising hike in the Ore Mountains from the highest town in Germany Oberwiesenthal to the Wiesenbad thermal baths along the Zschopau. Highlights: - Fichtelberg summit ascent (1215m) - Zschopau source - Crottendorfer incense cones - Schlettau Castle with refreshment stops - Pass clause tower - Tannenberg Manor - historical thermal bath Wiesenbad
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·14.4 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPromising section of the route in the Ore Mountains, Saxony. The route starts at the day car park at the Fichtelberg car park and goes through the headwaters of the Zschopau to Tannenberg. A varied and beautiful natural landscape will accompany you on this tour. There are refreshment stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Schlettau Castle - Schlettau natural swimming pool - Tannenberg Manor - Nice prospects - Local flora and fauna
- Hard·26 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrPanoramic & romantic hiking trail from Thum, Saxony. From Thum you follow the blue marked path to the Greifensteinen and you can have a great view of the Fichtelberg. It then continues to the Greifenbachstauweiher. If you love it romantic, you should follow the Röhrgrabenweg for a while. Passing the ski jumps, the route continues to Geyer via the Walthershöhe. In Tannenberg, the path leads right through a former manor, in front of which there is a historic tower. Now it's out of the valley...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Fichtelberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Fichtelberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, 6 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Fichtelberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Fichtelberg is Fichtelberg Oberwiesenthal Loop, which has a 5.0 star rating from 3 reviews. This trail is 10.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,725 ft.
What is the longest trail near Fichtelberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Fichtelberg is Fichtelbergmarsch. This trail is estimated to be 39.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Fichtelberg?
Fichtelberg: With an ascent of 6,840 ft, Fichtelberg March 2018 has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Fichtelbergmarsch with 6,669 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Fichtelberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Fichtelberg is Fichtelberg March 2018 with a 5.0-star rating from 15 reviews.
Top sights in Oberwiesenthal
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- Fichtelberg
- Fichtelberg-Garten
- Flyline Oberwiesenthal
- Eckbauer
- O'thal-Coaster
- Sommerrodelbahn Oberwiesenthal
- Kreuzbrückfelsen
- Kleiner Fichtelberg
- Speichersee
- Bartholomäusberg
- Eckbauerhütte
- Eisenberg
- Große Mittweida-Quelle
- Zschopau-Quellgebiet
- Schwarzwasser-Quelle
- Sehma-Quelle
- Oberwiesenthaler Wohnmobilstellplätze An der Tennishalle
- Bärenfanghütte
- Gifthüttenberg
- Amtssteigfelsen