Altenthann, an idyllic village in the district of Regensburg in Germany, offers numerous opportunities for hiking and excursions in the surrounding nature. The geographical location of Altenthann is extremely charming: nestled between rolling hills and dense forests, the village lies picturesquely on the banks of the Naab River.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Altenthann
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Hammermühle - Unterlichtenwald - Hohe Linie - Donaustauf - Walhalla
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
13.5 km
3:45 h
301 m
301 m
A circular route I've long needed to do. But now it's finally here: the "nice route" over the Hohe Linie between Hammermühle and Donaustauf.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Cultural route Brennberg-Siegenstein-Altenthann
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13 km
3:34 h
234 m
327 m
Beautiful half-day route from the imposing Brennberg castle ruins past the tranquil remains of the Siegenstein ruins, on to Altenthann.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Otterbach Valley hike April 7, 2018
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.6 km
5:01 h
240 m
237 m
Starting point: hiking car park · Head towards Hammermühle, turn into the forest road opposite the company · Forest road, mostly directly along the Otterbach · Place to stop for refreshments halfway along the route · Return route through Thiergarten · via Hunting Lodge Aschenbrennermarter · through the Princely Thiergarten · not suitable in fog, as there are no trail markings through Thiergarten
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Bernhardswald circular hike via Silberweiher, Kesselhänge and Sulzbachtal
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
12.8 km
3:46 h
229 m
229 m
Circular hike from Bernhardswald to Silberweiher, continuing towards Unterlichtenwald along the Kesselhänge on a very beautiful path with views into the Otterbachtal. Return to Bernhardswald along the Sulzbach.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Süssenbach - Siegenstein
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
17.7 km
5:15 h
492 m
492 m
Hiking to Celtic Sacrificial Stones and a Water Stone Hill after hill, rock after rock, forest and meadows – this is how one could briefly describe the landscape. But on every forest-covered hill, something different can be discovered: be it rock formations with carved sacrificial bowls said to originate from the Celts, a water stone with a circular water basin on a rock plateau, or a castle ruin. With a bit of curiosity and climbing skill, nothing stands in the way of enjoying the forest and rock experience.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Burgensteig Altenthann - Siegenstein - Brennberg
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.8 km
3:05 h
261 m
169 m
Very nice Burgensteig route in the Vorwald.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
2024-Marienschulen-Megatour
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
43.8 km
11:45 h
592 m
649 m
The medium-sized super route of the St.-Marienschulen 2024.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Into the Princely Animal Garden
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
6.8 km
2:30 h
195 m
195 m
Excursion to the hunting forest of the Princes of Thurn and Taxis In 1813, the "Fürstliche Thiergarten zu Regensburg" was established as a hunting and commercial forest. The fenced-in area covers 2800 hectares and rises above the Danube valley between Sulzbach a. d. Donau, Altenthann, Wiesent and Bach a. d. Donau. A gigantic forest area with clearings, ponds and streams as well as several forester's lodges and a hunting lodge. The game here are wild boar and red deer, which are the most common animals encountered by hikers. You have to be lucky to spot an otter or a lynx that has migrated from the Bohemian Forest. The tour starts at the idyllic Otterbach stream, leads over the fence into the hunting forest and ends with a stop at the Otterbachtal forest restaurant.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Through the Otterbachtal
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
19.9 km
6:00 h
238 m
238 m
Idyllic stream valleys at the foot of the Vorderer Bavarian Forest The Otterbach and Ellbach valleys, which are crossed by the Sulzbach, are rich in forest and stones. Countless granite rocks frolic in the water. On partly narrow riverside paths, we enjoy the narrow valleys, undisturbed by any car noise. On the way to the beautifully located Otterbachtal forest inn, we can choose between a demanding and a wide riverside path.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Unterlichtenwald-Aschenbrennermarter-Koreawirt
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11.8 km
3:15 h
352 m
351 m
RRV hiking tour
For nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts, there are a variety of attractive hiking tours in Altenthann. Whether leisurely strolls along the riverbank or challenging mountain hikes to the surrounding peaks - every hiking enthusiast will find their personal paradise here.
The various circular hiking trails around Altenthann are particularly popular. These lead through varied landscapes such as meadows, fields and forests and offer breathtaking views of the nearby Danube valley. A highlight is certainly the Panorama Trail, which leads over the "Bubenberg" mountain range and offers an impressive view of the entire region.
Families with children also get their money's worth when hiking in Altenthann. There are special child-friendly routes where little discoverers can explore nature in a playful way. Particularly recommended, for example, is the "Waldwichtelweg" adventure trail, where children have to solve exciting tasks while exploring the forest.
The best seasons for hiking in Altenthann are spring and autumn. At this time, nature shines in its full glory: colourful flowers are in bloom, the forests are covered in a lush green and the mild climate invites you to go hiking. In summer, on the other hand, it can get quite hot, while in winter snow and ice can make for difficult conditions.
Whoever is hiking in Altenthann should definitely also make a detour to the tourist attractions. These include the Pielenhofen Monastery, a former Cistercian abbey from the 12th century. Here you can not only admire historical buildings, but also take part in guided tours or buy regional products in the monastery shop.
Another highlight is the nearby deer forest with its game reserve. Here, visitors can observe various native animal species and take a walk through the forest on one of the numerous hiking trails.
Overall, Altenthann thus offers the best conditions for varied hikes in the midst of a charming natural landscape. Whether alone, with friends or with the family - everyone will find their personal hiking paradise here.
The various circular hiking trails around Altenthann are particularly popular. These lead through varied landscapes such as meadows, fields and forests and offer breathtaking views of the nearby Danube valley. A highlight is certainly the Panorama Trail, which leads over the "Bubenberg" mountain range and offers an impressive view of the entire region.
Families with children also get their money's worth when hiking in Altenthann. There are special child-friendly routes where little discoverers can explore nature in a playful way. Particularly recommended, for example, is the "Waldwichtelweg" adventure trail, where children have to solve exciting tasks while exploring the forest.
The best seasons for hiking in Altenthann are spring and autumn. At this time, nature shines in its full glory: colourful flowers are in bloom, the forests are covered in a lush green and the mild climate invites you to go hiking. In summer, on the other hand, it can get quite hot, while in winter snow and ice can make for difficult conditions.
Whoever is hiking in Altenthann should definitely also make a detour to the tourist attractions. These include the Pielenhofen Monastery, a former Cistercian abbey from the 12th century. Here you can not only admire historical buildings, but also take part in guided tours or buy regional products in the monastery shop.
Another highlight is the nearby deer forest with its game reserve. Here, visitors can observe various native animal species and take a walk through the forest on one of the numerous hiking trails.
Overall, Altenthann thus offers the best conditions for varied hikes in the midst of a charming natural landscape. Whether alone, with friends or with the family - everyone will find their personal hiking paradise here.
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