Running around Erlangen is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Erlangen—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 11, 2025

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1. Bubenreuth flood path - Franconian Switzerland Nature Park

9.15km

01:03

150m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. To the rock village and rock gate - Franconian Switzerland Nature Park

13.0km

01:29

300m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Through the cherry orchards - Franconian Switzerland Nature Park

8.17km

00:55

140m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Alpine Trail Below Witzenhöhle – Muschel Spring loop from Leutzdorf

31.6km

04:03

970m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Muschel Spring – Wiesent Wooden Bridge loop from Muggendorf

21.9km

02:53

750m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Staudigl loop from Erlangen

7.37km

00:46

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Alpine Trail Below Witzenhöhle – Muschel Spring loop from Streitberg

16.1km

02:08

560m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8. Ehningen Forest Sports Trail – Pull-Up Bar Atzelsberg loop from Innenstadt

9.08km

00:59

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Winding Path Near Haundorf loop from Herzo Base

5.98km

00:37

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Technical Stream Trail – Fish Pond Sunset View loop from Herzogenaurach

11.2km

01:10

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around Erlangen

1. Bubenreuth flood path - Franconian Switzerland Nature Park

2. To the rock village and rock gate - Franconian Switzerland Nature Park

3. Through the cherry orchards - Franconian Switzerland Nature Park

4. Alpine Trail Below Witzenhöhle – Muschel Spring loop from Leutzdorf

5. Muschel Spring – Wiesent Wooden Bridge loop from Muggendorf

6. Staudigl loop from Erlangen

7. Alpine Trail Below Witzenhöhle – Muschel Spring loop from Streitberg

8. Ehningen Forest Sports Trail – Pull-Up Bar Atzelsberg loop from Innenstadt

9. Winding Path Near Haundorf loop from Herzo Base

10. Technical Stream Trail – Fish Pond Sunset View loop from Herzogenaurach

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