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Unforgettable adventures: Discover Weiden's hiking paradise!
Discover Weiden in the Upper Palatinate: historic old town, nature experiences and diverse hiking opportunities in the Bavarian Forest.
Unforgettable adventures: Discover Weiden's hiking paradise!
Weiden in der Oberpfalz, the picturesque town nestled in the Waldnaab valley, offers a wealth of natural experiences and historical charm. With the hills of the Upper Palatinate Forest surrounding the city, Weiden is quickly becoming a popular destination for hiking and cycling tours. Whether through the forests or along the lakes – there is something for everyone here.
The city itself is characterized not only by its historic old town with impressive Renaissance houses, but also by its cultural offerings. The traces of Max Reger and the tradition of ceramics are particularly noteworthy. For those who want to find out more about the city, city tours - also as an audio guide via the free Hearonymus app - offer an excellent opportunity to discover the stories and secrets of Weiden. You can also visit the nearby GEO center at the Continental Deep Bore, the deepest borehole in Germany.
Hiking enjoyment with insider tips
Loud Outdooractive In Weiden there is a selection of ten beautiful hikes in the Upper Palatinate Forest and the Bavarian Jura. The routes are very different and offer the right challenge for every fitness level.
- Goldsteig 4: Hutzlmühle – Oberhöll – eine mittelschwere Route, die von der Hutzlmühle zum Mühlberg führt und durch reizvolle Landschaften zur Oberhöll gelangt.
- Alpenvereinsweg: Weiden – Steinwaldhütte Pfaben – auch für weniger Geübte und Familien geeignete Ganztageswanderung.
- Goldsteig 5, 6: Oberhöll nach Wittschau – diese mittelschwere Wanderung führt über den Hl. Dreifaltigkeitsberg und begeistert mit tollen Ausblicken.
- Rundweg: Tröglersricht auf den Fischerberg – eine einfache Rundwanderung mit schöner Aussicht.
- Goldene Straße: Nürnberg-Prag, Etappe 4: Hirschau-Weiden – eine mittelschwere Etappe mit sanften Anstiegen und fernem Blick auf die Nordoberpfalz und das Fichtelgebirge.
Hiking enthusiasts also know that... Goldsteig with its 660 km, is one of the most famous hiking routes in the Upper Palatinate. This certified hiking trail crosses the Bavarian and Upper Palatinate Forests and is suitable for both experienced hikers and families who want to experience nature. With a north and south route, variety is guaranteed, and the passages through natural landscapes, such as the Tirschenreuther Teichpfannen area and the Steinwald area, are a pleasure for all the senses.
Of course, the many flowing waters, waterfalls and striking granite boulders are an additional incentive to lace up your hiking boots. Areas such as the Charlottenhofer Weihergebiet in particular are not only a paradise for hikers, but also a habitat for rare bird species such as the kingfisher.
Whether you want to experience history and culture in the city or explore the impressive nature of the Upper Palatinate Forest - there is so much to discover in Weiden in der Oberpfalz. For more information about everything the city has to offer, visit Lintorfer.eu. From here, nearby attractions in the Czech Republic, such as Pilsen and Karlovy Vary, are also easily accessible.