Pfofeld, an idyllic village in Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen, Germany, offers numerous opportunities for hikes and walks. Pfofeld's geographical location is particularly attractive: nestled between the Altmühlsee and Brombachsee lakes, the town lies in the middle of the Franconian Lake District. This region is characterised by its picturesque landscape - rolling hills, wide fields and dense forests dominate the picture.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Pfofeld
Hiking Trail
· Franconian Lake District
At the Great Brombach Lake
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Difficulty
moderate
11.9 km
3:00 h
67 m
67 m
From Langlau, the route goes along the shore of the Small Brombach Lake to the Great Brombach Lake, and then returns to the starting point via Absberg.
Hiking Trail
· Franconian Lake District
Between Gräfensteinberg and Langlau
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Difficulty
moderate
12.2 km
3:15 h
96 m
174 m
From the quiet forests near Gräfensteinberg, it leads to the shores of the Kleiner Brombachsee.
Hiking Trail
· Franconian Lake District
Around the small Brombachsee
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10.1 km
3:07 h
9 m
9 m
Hike around the small Brombachsee on a typical autumn day
Hiking Trail
· Altmühltal
Limes hiking route
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
115.7 km
30:10 h
1,232 m
1,301 m
Hiking to Roman traces on the UNESCO World Heritage LimesExperience history and discover nature – the Limes hiking route leads over about 115 varied route kilometers from Gunzenhausen to Bad Gögging.
Hiking Trail
· Middle Rhine
Limes hiking trail - Rheinbrohl to Neustadt an der Donau
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
743.2 km
196:45 h
9,749 m
9,458 m
The Upper German-Rhaetian Limes, which marked the border of the Roman Empire between the rivers Rhine and Danube over a length of 550 km.
Hiking Trail
· Franconian Lake District
Franconian Lake District No. 130
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.2 km
2:36 h
129 m
129 m
marked circular trail around Pfofeld
Hiking Trail
· Franconian Lake District
Pfofeld: Tannhäuser Circular Trail
Difficulty
T1
easy
7.3 km
1:55 h
131 m
145 m
In the footsteps of the minstrel
Hiking Trail
· Franconian Lake District
Full Moon Hike: Brombachsee, Pleinfeld, Ramsberg, Pfofeld, Langlau, Pleinfeld
Difficulty
T2
difficult
33.7 km
7:00 h
261 m
240 m
Full Moon Hike: Brombachsee, Pleinfeld, Ramsberg, Pfofeld, Langlau, Pleinfeld
Hiking Trail
· Franconian Lake District
"Seenbland Events" Winter Hike 2026 / 40km at Brombachsee. Pleinfeld from Pfofeld, Absberg, Limes, Enderndorf, and Heiligenblut.
Difficulty
T2
difficult
40.1 km
8:30 h
440 m
440 m
"Seenbland Events" Winter Hike 2026 / 40km from Pfofeld, Absberg, Limes, and Enderndorf
Hiking Trail
· Franconian Lake District
Franconian Lake District No. 142
Difficulty
easy
5.4 km
1:24 h
109 m
106 m
Circular route in Thannhausen
For nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, there are many beautiful hiking tours to discover in Pfofeld. Whether you are on your own or want to hike with the family - everyone will find the right route here. The hiking trails around Lake Altmühlsee and Lake Brombachsee are particularly popular.
A recommended tour leads along the shore of Lake Altmühlsee. Here you can not only enjoy the breathtaking nature, but also visit historically significant sites such as the remains of a Roman villa. Another highlight is the "Seespitz" lookout point, from which you have a wonderful view over the lake.
There are also great hiking opportunities for families with children in Pfofeld. The circular trail around the Kleiner Brombachsee is ideal for an excursion with the whole family. Along the way there are always playgrounds as well as picnic areas where you can take a break.
The best seasons for hiking in Pfofeld are spring and autumn. During these months, the weather is pleasantly mild and nature shows its most beautiful side. In spring, numerous wildflowers bloom, while autumn offers a true colour spectacle with its colourful leaves.
All in all, Pfofeld offers a variety of hiking options for every taste. Whether you want to cover long distances or prefer short walks - here every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise in the nature of the Franconian Lake District. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the beautiful trails around Pfofeld!
A recommended tour leads along the shore of Lake Altmühlsee. Here you can not only enjoy the breathtaking nature, but also visit historically significant sites such as the remains of a Roman villa. Another highlight is the "Seespitz" lookout point, from which you have a wonderful view over the lake.
There are also great hiking opportunities for families with children in Pfofeld. The circular trail around the Kleiner Brombachsee is ideal for an excursion with the whole family. Along the way there are always playgrounds as well as picnic areas where you can take a break.
The best seasons for hiking in Pfofeld are spring and autumn. During these months, the weather is pleasantly mild and nature shows its most beautiful side. In spring, numerous wildflowers bloom, while autumn offers a true colour spectacle with its colourful leaves.
All in all, Pfofeld offers a variety of hiking options for every taste. Whether you want to cover long distances or prefer short walks - here every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise in the nature of the Franconian Lake District. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the beautiful trails around Pfofeld!
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