Water, forest and castles — hiking in the Upper Palatinate Forest
Hiking Collection by Oberpfälzer Wald
13
Tours
79:34 h
178 mi
17,200 ft
Let yourself be enchanted — by the mystic Doost, the far views of the castle ruin Waldeck and the glittering water surfaces of the lake land! You can discover the Upper Palatinate Forest and his local specialties—like the Zoigl beer—on a variety of day hikes, which show you the beautiful nature and cultural treasures of the region on themed hiking trails, educational trails and circular walks. You'll experience nature reserves, picturesque valleys, wild streams and charming towns such as Vohenstrauß or Oberviechtach — and you'll even cross into the Czech Republic on a detour across the border.
On this hike, the Goldsteig will be playing a starring role. This trail, which is known as Germany's longest and most diverse hiking trail, starts in Marktredwitz, winds through the stone forest and leads you into the beautiful Waldnaabtal. You'll explore a primeval forest landscape and the land of 1000 ponds, as well as epic geo-centers and castle ruins that offer great views and insights into the heart of the Upper Palatinate Forest.
This Collection covers a 91-mile (148-kilometer) long section of the Goldsteig, which you'll conquer over eight days.
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Tours & Highlights
- Expert41:3491.9 mi2.2 mph9,675 ft9,575 ftExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
This tour through the Oberpfälzer Wald on the quality trail Goldsteig is quite varied. The best way to wander the 148-kilometer route is in eight stages. Start of the hike is in Marktredwitz. The milestones on the way are Friedenfels, Windischeschenbach, Letzau-Oberhöll, Leuchtenberg, Tännesberg and…
- Intermediate01:433.63 mi2.1 mph525 ft550 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
A park landscape full of herbs, wild fruits and nuts - that's what you'll find on the adventure trail around the Waldeck Schlossberg. The "Edible Wild Plant Park", in short EWILPA, with its 13 stations, whets the appetite for new and forgotten food, nature, knowledge, discovery and natural enjoyment…
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- Easy01:443.72 mi2.2 mph500 ft500 ftEasy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Although the Steinwald is the smallest natural park in Bavaria, it is in no way inferior to its larger counterparts in terms of beauty and experience. A great introduction to this pearl Upper Palatinate nature is the forest history trail. Bizarre rock formations such as the Zipfeltannenfelsen, springs…
- Easy01:544.33 mi2.3 mph350 ft350 ftEasy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Wildromantic, mystical and idyllic - this is the nature reserve Waldnaabtal between Falkenberg and Windischeschenbach. For thousands of years, the riverbed of the Waldnaab has carved deep into the granite and created a wonderland of water, forest and rock. From the trail parking lot at the historic hammer…
- Intermediate03:548.83 mi2.3 mph750 ft750 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Do you fancy nature - and enjoyment shouldn't be neglected either? Then this tour is just right for you! You start your way through the Bavarian-Bohemian border area at the market square of Bad Neualbenreuth with the typical Egerland half-timbered houses.
Just always follow the marker with the orange…
- Easy01:424.16 mi2.4 mph50 ft50 ftEasy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Glittering water surfaces, sun-drenched paths and endless possibilities to enjoy the day. The six-kilometer hiking tour starts at Camping Park Murner See. You can expect a wonderful view over the bright blue Murner lake and the neighboring Brückelsee. How about panoramic views? From the 16 meter high…
- Intermediate02:556.37 mi2.2 mph800 ft700 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
You start at the historic border inn "Gerstmeier", then you cross the border into the Czech Republic. Then follow the path marked BB2. Soon the former village of Plöß is reached. Here we recommend a trip to the old cemetery. If you continue to follow the path, soon the only remaining house in sight…
- Intermediate03:508.46 mi2.2 mph925 ft925 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
One of the most beautiful sections of the Goldsteig quality hiking trail is certainly the Pfreimdtal near Trausnitz. In the unspoilt valley, a narrow path, which can only be walked, leads you along the river. With its natural banks, wild shrubs and moss-covered stones, the tour is a real insider tip…
- Intermediate04:5911.2 mi2.3 mph975 ft975 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
The Schönbuchenweg begins and ends in the former Count Palatine town of Neunburg vorm Wald at the Schwarzachtalhalle. The Goldsteig accompanies the tour along the course of the river Schwarzach. Especially the Murnthal delights with its original idyll. Near the northernmost point of the hike, the tour…
- Intermediate03:117.29 mi2.3 mph525 ft575 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
This round trip through the picturesque Fichtelnaabtal you start in Windischeschenbacher district Oberbaumühle. Past the Walderlebnisweg Schweinmühle, where you can experience nature with all your senses, you will reach the Continental Deep Well (KTB) with the deepest borehole of the earth and the 83…
- Intermediate03:087.30 mi2.3 mph425 ft450 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Your hike begins at the Market Square of the Market Raft on the hiking trail of the Oberpfälzer Waldverein. Past the "gallows", the former rectory of the Flosser Amt with the "Primusblick", which was named after a former Flosser senior teacher, who has chosen the beautiful view of the landscape of the…
- Intermediate04:079.04 mi2.2 mph1,025 ft1,025 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Your hike begins at the info tree at the town hall in Eslarn. Continue on to the "beer experience Kommunbrauhaus" in which you can learn everything about the local cult beer, the Zoigl. Via Gerstbräu you reach the forest entrance Schönseer Schlag. On the way, it's worth taking a detour to the Stückberg…
- Intermediate04:5311.4 mi2.3 mph650 ft675 ftIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
In this natural-historical "nature trail" you can, so to speak, commit history. Here, the course of the journey was determined on the basis of the limits of 1600, as they can be seen from the description of the court Vohenstrauß in office Flossenbürg by Pastor Christoph Vogel. The path was dedicated…
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Collection Stats
- Tours13
- Distance178 mi
- Duration79:34 h
- Elevation17,200 ft
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