MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest
421.9miLength
59,517ftElevation gain
24hr+Estimated time
Loop
Popular mountain bike route in the Bavarian Forest, Bavaria.
The Trans Bayerwald, like the world-famous TransAlp, is one of the most popular long-distance mountain bike tours in Europe. If the entire route is too long for you, you can, for example, only tackle the southern route of the Trans Bayerwald.
Highlights of the tour:
- MTB zone Bikepark Geißkopf
- MTB paradise Sankt Englmar
- Bavarian Forest National Park
- Mountain bike tours on the Hohenbogen
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What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 421.9-mile loop trail near Passau, Bavaria. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 182 h 46 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
Expected weather for MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 72 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 20 - 63 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 62 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 64 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 66 degrees/clear
Where is MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest located?
MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest is a trail located in Bavarian Forest National Park.
How hard is MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest is considered a hard hike that covers 421.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 59,517 ft. It takes about 24 hr+ to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest is considered a hard hike that covers 421.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 59,517 ft. It takes about 24 hr+ to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest a loop?
MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest is a loop trail that covers 421.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 59,517 ft. It takes about 24 hr+ to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest is a loop trail that covers 421.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 59,517 ft. It takes about 24 hr+ to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
Dogs may be allowed on MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is camping allowed at MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
Camping is allowed on MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest in Bavarian Forest National Park. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is mountain biking allowed at MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
Mountain biking is allowed on MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest in Bavarian Forest National Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is backpacking allowed at MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
Backpacking is allowed on MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Are there forests at MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
Yes, MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest is a forest trail in Bavarian Forest National Park.
Are there wildflowers at MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on MTB tour: Trans Bavarian Forest, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 18, 2026 at 11:44 pm GMT+0