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Hummeltal

Welcome to Hummeltal, a charming destination in the district of Bayreuth, Germany. This little place is a real insider tip and definitely worth a visit.

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Attractions in Hummeltal


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Long Distance Cycling · Fichtelgebirge
Romantic round trip around Bayreuth
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 184.2 km
Duration 14:00 h
Ascent 1,842 m
Descent 1,842 m

The romantic circular tour leads 184 kilometres through the rivers of Franconian Switzerland, over the Pegnitz and the Red Main to the Fichtel ...

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from Carolin Dietlmeier,   Outdooractive Premium
Long Distance Hiking · Frankenwald
Franconian Mountain Route
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 424.5 km
Duration 120:00 h
Ascent 7,350 m
Descent 7,433 m

Over almost 500 km, we hike on the Franconian Mountain Route through the Franconian Forest Nature Park, the Fichtel Mountains, Franconian ...

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from Maresi Kachler,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
The Franconian Mountain Trail
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 421.9 km
Duration 6:30 h
Ascent 6,942 m
Descent 7,014 m

Those hiking on the Franconian Mountain Trail will be captivated by the romance of Franconian landscapes, which Eichendorff already dedicated one ...

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Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
23 0622 Bierquellen hike
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 18.9 km
Duration 5:05 h
Ascent 382 m
Descent 382 m

From Trockau via Büchenbach, Leups, Lindenhardt and Weiglathal

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from Burghard Seibold,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
22 0627 From Muthmannsreuth to Pottenstein
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 21.3 km
Duration 5:55 h
Ascent 111 m
Descent 327 m

By bus to Muthmannsreuth and from there an extensive hike over Püttlach and through the Püttlach valley to Pottenstein.

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from Burghard Seibold,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
24 0627 Glashütten Höhen circular route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 17.3 km
Duration 4:40 h
Ascent 263 m
Descent 263 m

On the Höhen circular route from Glashütten to Altenhimmel and Neubürg.

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from Burghard Seibold,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Bierquellen hike
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.5 km
Duration 3:28 h
Ascent 225 m
Descent 225 m

Bierquellenweg hike via Trockau-Weiglathal-Lindenhardt-Leups and back.

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from heinz seyferth,   Community
Mountain Bike · Franconian Switzerland
MTB route Franconian Switzerland, East
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 79.5 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 1,030 m
Descent 1,030 m

Beautiful MTB route through the eastern Franconian Switzerland. Mostly on forest and secondary roads. No trails.

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from Rainer Münch,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 27.9 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 150 m
Descent 90 m

Many paths lead to the Klangtherapy Festival. The most beautiful and at the same time most sustainable way is by bicycle. Here you will learn how ...

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from Simon Reuter,   Outdooractive Editors
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Gesees: Circular hike 1
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 7.4 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 96 m
Descent 96 m

Gesees - Mistelbachtal - Oppersdorf - Funkenbachtal Easy afternoon hike in autumn - possible at any time of the year. The trail is well marked ...

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from J. Sebulke,   Community
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Hummeltal is idyllically situated at the foot of the Fichtelgebirge mountains and offers its visitors a picturesque landscape with rolling hills and dense forests. The region is known for its numerous hiking trails that lead to the most beautiful places in the area. Hikes to the Ochsenkopf or the Weißenstein castle ruins are particularly recommended.

But Hummeltal also has a lot to offer in terms of culture: Thurnau Castle houses the Museum of Rural Tools and Craftsmanship as well as an impressive collection of porcelains from the 18th century. Another highlight is the Richard Wagner Museum in Bayreuth, just a few kilometres away.

For culinary connoisseurs, there are many regional specialities in Hummeltal such as Franconian roasts or draught beer directly from the local brewery. Wine lovers will also get their money's worth - the Franconian wine region is famous for its Silvaner.

If it rains, you can take a trip to the nearby thermal baths or learn about the history of this fascinating city on a guided tour of Bayreuth.

In summer, Hummeltal is perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling or swimming in the local outdoor pool. In winter, you can go skiing, cross-country skiing or take a romantic horse-drawn sleigh ride.

It is especially beautiful in Hummeltal in spring and autumn, when nature changes its colours and shows itself from its most beautiful side. But this destination is also worth a visit at any other time of year.

Overall, Hummeltal offers a wide range of activities for every taste. Whether you are interested in culture, nature lovers or gourmets - everyone gets their money's worth here. A real insider tip for all travellers who want to experience authentic Germany!

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  • May 12, 2025
    Meike Lauggas
    May 12, 2025
    Wunderschöne, kurze Wanderung, großteils im Wald, viele Bächlein rundherum, tolle Natur und perfekte Markierungen mit zusätzlichen interessanten Infotafeln! Sehr empfehlenswert!
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    Photo: Meike Lauggas, Community
    Photo: Meike Lauggas, Community
    Written May 12, 2025
  • May 12, 2024
    Burghard Seibold 
    May 12, 2024
    schöne abwechslungsreiche Wanderung
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    Photo: Burghard Seibold, Community
    Photo: Burghard Seibold, Community
    Written May 12, 2024
  • August 13, 2021
    Michael M.
    August 09, 2021
    Hallo zusammen, ich habe die Tour diese Woche mit meinem Hardtail-MTB (ohne Motor) absolviert und möchte ein kurzes Feedback geben. Meine Tagesetappen mit guten Übernachtungsmöglichkeiten waren: Bayreuth - Ebermannstadt Ebermannstadt - Pegnitz Pegnitz - Bayreuth In Summe waren zum Schluss 210km und 2400 Höhenmeter auf dem Tacho (kleine Abstecher und Anfahrten zur Unterkunft inklusive). Luftdruck war sehr stabil, von daher sollten die Höhenmeter verlässlich sein. Die Navigation über die GPS-Daten war sehr zuverlässig. Insgesamt eine harte, anstrengende Tour, die einen dafür aber auch mit einigen schönen Tälern und Panoramablicken belohnt! Auf sehr vielen Abschnitten ist man gänzlich alleine Unterwegs und kann die Natur (Rehe, Vögel usw.) genießen. Die meisten Orte liegen in einem kleinen Kessel, dass heißt es ist ein ständiges Bergauf-Bergab mit teils kernigen Steigungen bis 10%. Hier hieß es Kraft einteilen und öfter mal schieben. Das erklärt auch den "romantischen" Teil dieser Tour gemäß dem Motto "wer sein Fahrrad liebt, der schiebt" :-) Die Wege sind abschnittsweise sehr grob geschottert. Einige kurze Abschnitte scheinen heuer frisch mit Split aufgefüllt zu sein. Breite Stollenreifen sind auf jeden Fall Pflicht! Schönen Dank an die Autorin der Tour!
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    Written August 13, 2021
    Long Distance Cycling
    Romantic round trip around Bayreuth
  • June 01, 2019
    Harald Helmut
    Eine sehr schöne Tour wohl mit guten Ortskenntnis. Bei km 10 sollte man besser auf der Hauptstraße bleiben, da der Weg am Waldrand entlang nicht mehr existiert. Wurde wohl vom Bauer umgepflügt. Sonst ist alles gut zubinden. Vielen Dank.
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    Written June 01, 2019
  • August 11, 2018
    Heike Emtmann
    Danke für die superschöne, abwechslungsreiche, sehr gut nachfahrbare Tour.!
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    Written August 11, 2018
  • May 29, 2018
    Udo Fischer 
    Abwechslungsreicher MTB-Rundkurs.
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    Dienstag, 29. Mai 2018, 16:26 Uhr
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    Neubürg-Panorama
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    Written May 29, 2018
  • August 23, 2017
    Manuel Herath
    Fantastisch!
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    Mittwoch, 23. August 2017, 14:56 Uhr
    Photo: Manuel Herath, Community
    Written August 23, 2017
    Long Distance Hiking
    Franconian Mountain Route

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