MTB: Through the Western Forests
100% of reviewers say this trail is hard
33.5miLength
3,592ftElevation gain
Loop
Varied mountain bike tour around Augsburg.
A beautiful bike tour that first leads along the Wertach and then into the Augsburg Western Forests Nature Park with its flowers, trees, ponds and picturesque towns. There is an opportunity to stop at the idyllic Mühlen- and Schloss ponds near Burgwalden.
Start is at the parking lot in Göggingen. There are also options to travel by bus and train.
Highlights:
- Wertach reservoir
- nice atmosphere in the rough forest
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Top sights
Leopoldsberg
Peak
Anhauser Weiher
Lake
Burlafinger Weiher
Lake
Engelshofer Berg
Peak
Mühlweiher
Lake
Schloßweiher
Lake
Hessingburg
Castle
Prügelkopf
Peak
Galgenberg
Peak
Herrgottsberg
Peak
Bruckmahdweiher
Lake
Buchenberg
Peak
Brunnen
Attraction
Weiherberg
Peak
Radegundenberg
Peak
Geißberg
Peak
Turmkopf
Peak
Buchkopf
Peak
Weihermahdkopf
Peak
Unterer Lindenberg
Peak
Ödweiher
Lake
Schloss Hardt
Garden
Mooreiche
Attraction
Top sights
Leopoldsberg
Peak
Anhauser Weiher
Lake
Burlafinger Weiher
Lake
Engelshofer Berg
Peak
Mühlweiher
Lake
Schloßweiher
Lake
Hessingburg
Castle
Prügelkopf
Peak
Galgenberg
Peak
Herrgottsberg
Peak
Bruckmahdweiher
Lake
Buchenberg
Peak
Brunnen
Attraction
Weiherberg
Peak
Radegundenberg
Peak
Geißberg
Peak
Turmkopf
Peak
Buchkopf
Peak
Weihermahdkopf
Peak
Unterer Lindenberg
Peak
Ödweiher
Lake
Schloss Hardt
Garden
Mooreiche
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Enjoy this 33.5-mile loop trail near Augsburg, Bavaria. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are December through October.
What is the expected weather this week for MTB: Through the Western Forests?
Expected weather for MTB: Through the Western Forests for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 71 degrees/drizzle
- Sun, September 20 - 62 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 62 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 67 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 63 degrees/clear
Where is MTB: Through the Western Forests located?
MTB: Through the Western Forests is a trail located in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on MTB: Through the Western Forests?
Dogs may be allowed on MTB: Through the Western Forests. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike MTB: Through the Western Forests?
December to October is the most popular time of year to visit MTB: Through the Western Forests.
How busy is MTB: Through the Western Forests?
According to trailgoers, MTB: Through the Western Forests is usually somewhat busy. December to October is the most popular time of year to visit MTB: Through the Western Forests.
Are there lakes at MTB: Through the Western Forests?
Yes, MTB: Through the Western Forests is near Anhauser Weiher, Burlafinger Weiher, Mühlweiher, Schloßweiher, and Bruckmahdweiher.
Is mountain biking allowed at MTB: Through the Western Forests?
Mountain biking is allowed on MTB: Through the Western Forests in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Are there forests at MTB: Through the Western Forests?
Yes, MTB: Through the Western Forests is a forest trail in Augsburg - Western Forests Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at MTB: Through the Western Forests?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on MTB: Through the Western Forests, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 18, 2026 at 11:26 pm GMT+0