Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop
34.2miLength
4,668ftElevation gain
Loop
Varied mountain bike tour in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria.
This 55 km long MTB tour through the Bavarian Forest begins in Spiegelau. In addition to beautiful trails through the forest, the Hochschachten drinking water reservoir is a particular highlight. Parts of the route lead through the Bavarian Forest National Park.
Highlights of the tour:
- Hochschachten dam
- Spiegelau
- Buchenau Castle
- Latschenfilz
- Kleiner Regen
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Top sights
Latschensee
Lake
Hochschachten
Picnic site
Klärteich
Pond
Kleiner Regen
River
Trinkwassertalsperre Frauenau
Reservoir
Infozentrum Talsperre Frauenau
Attraction
Schloss Buchenau
Castle
Standort ehemal. Hirtenhütte
Ruins
Schutzhütte Hochschachten
Weather shelter
Rangerhütte
Hut
Paukenriegel
Peak
Schachten- Diensthütte
Picnic site
Kühberg
Peak
Willibaldhöhe
Peak
Wiesfleckriegel
Peak
Ochsenberg
Peak
Geißbergriegel
Peak
Boden-Zisterne
Spring
Ochsenberg
Peak
Großer Sauruck
Peak
Damkrone-Überlauf-Gedenkkreuz
Picnic site
Triftteich
Reservoir
Glashütte Ofenhalle - Besichtigung-Information
Attraction
Glasmuseum
Attraction
Ahornruck
Peak
Top sights
Latschensee
Lake
Hochschachten
Picnic site
Klärteich
Pond
Kleiner Regen
River
Trinkwassertalsperre Frauenau
Reservoir
Infozentrum Talsperre Frauenau
Attraction
Schloss Buchenau
Castle
Standort ehemal. Hirtenhütte
Ruins
Schutzhütte Hochschachten
Weather shelter
Rangerhütte
Hut
Paukenriegel
Peak
Schachten- Diensthütte
Picnic site
Kühberg
Peak
Willibaldhöhe
Peak
Wiesfleckriegel
Peak
Ochsenberg
Peak
Geißbergriegel
Peak
Boden-Zisterne
Spring
Ochsenberg
Peak
Großer Sauruck
Peak
Damkrone-Überlauf-Gedenkkreuz
Picnic site
Triftteich
Reservoir
Glashütte Ofenhalle - Besichtigung-Information
Attraction
Glasmuseum
Attraction
Ahornruck
Peak
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 34.2-mile loop trail near Spiegelau, Bavaria. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for mountain biking and bike touring, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
Expected weather for Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop for the next 5 days is:
- Mon, September 21 - 56 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 59 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 58 degrees/showers
- Thu, September 24 - 57 degrees/drizzle
- Fri, September 25 - 68 degrees/clear
Where is Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop located?
Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop is a trail located in Bavarian Forest Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
Dogs may be allowed on Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
According to trailgoers, Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop is usually not too busy. Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there lakes at Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
Yes, Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop is near Latschensee.
Are there rivers at Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
Yes, Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop is near Kleiner Regen.
Is mountain biking allowed at Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
Mountain biking is allowed on Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop in Bavarian Forest Nature Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop is partially paved.
Are there forests at Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
Yes, Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop is a forest trail in Bavarian Forest Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Hochschachten Drinking Water Dam Loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm GMT+0