The Top 6 Mountain Passes in the Bavarian Forest
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in the Bavarian Forest and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Ruselabsatz Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
I'll be back no question ☺️
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Descent from Silberhütte to Hohenthan
Highlight • Mountain Pass
At 816 m, the Silberhütte is the highest pass in the Upper Palatinate Forest that can be reached on asphalt, just like the Dachsriegel
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Brennes Saddle
Highlight • Mountain Pass
The Arber area 100% deserves a visit here there are numerous opportunities for hiking and biking 👌
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Scheibensattel
Highlight • Mountain Pass
When I was there in June, there was plenty of parking.
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Maibrunner Höhe (902 m)
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Rise easily accessible from SR - longer and flatter from the west, for testing from the east - especially on hot sunny summer days :-)
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