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Schwarzenfeld

Welcome to Schwarzenfeld, a charming destination in the district of Schwandorf, Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

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Attractions in Schwarzenfeld


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Hiking Trail · Upper Palatine Forest
Oberpfälzer Seenweg 2 - Schwandorf - Hofenstetten
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 18.3 km
Duration 4:39 h
Ascent 154 m
Descent 160 m

Oberpfälzer Seenweg Stage 2: Starting in Schwandorf at the Weinberg, the Goldsteig leads us to the Charlottenhofer Weiher area. Passing the ...

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from Uwe Stanke,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Gravel Bike · Tegernsee-Schliersee
Bavarian 7 Summits - 7 in one go
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 1,408.5 km
Duration 110:40 h
Ascent 11,092 m
Descent 11,092 m

The 7 highest peaks of the 7 Bavarian administrative districts in one go. With the gravel bike and on foot to Zugspitze (Upper Bavaria, 2962m), ...

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from Tomtom MacGyver,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Upper Palatine Forest
Two at once
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 115.4 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 489 m
Descent 527 m

The route leads from Weiden i.d.OPf. train station via the Paneuropa cycle route and the Bockl cycle route to Eslarn. From there to Oberviechtach ...

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from Heinrich Becher,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Fichtelgebirge
Long-distance cycle route in the Bavarian border area
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 453.9 km
Duration 22:00 h
Ascent 6,284 m
Descent 6,283 m

The long-distance cycle route through the Oberpfälzer Wald Nature Park and the Fichtelgebirge attracts with little-traveled paths and an idyllic ...

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from Antonie Schmid,   Outdooractive Premium
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 43.8 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 78 m
Descent 61 m

On the somewhat shorter stage 5, you ride through the town of Nabburg, with a short stop for a visit. After setting up the tent at the Naturbad ...

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from Werner Kaller,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Upper Palatine Forest
Waldsassen to Regensburg
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 153.6 km
Duration 11:10 h
Ascent 362 m
Descent 511 m

This bike route is a highlight in my region. It crosses the scenic Waldnaab Valley and passes through several historic towns to the capital of the ...

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from Thomy B.,   Community
Hiking Trail · Upper Palatine Forest
Schwandorf --> Schwarzenfeld
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.6 km
Duration 3:40 h
Ascent 51 m
Descent 43 m

This would be the ideal route for a spring morning shrouded in fog. A morning when you don't know who will win - sun or fog. We did it in winter.

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from Georg Luft,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 3
Distance 25.2 km
Duration 6:30 h
Ascent 391 m
Descent 406 m

The Upper Palatinate Way of St. James is an important European east-west pilgrimage route. As an extension of the path from Prague, it leads from ...

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from Fränkische St. Jakobus-Gesellschaft MT,   Pilgerwege Deutschland
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 63.3 km
Duration 5:09 h
Ascent 853 m
Descent 884 m

Winding hilly route through the Upper Palatinate to churches and ruins, partly on foot or only by mountain bike. Visually and culturally rewarding.

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from Georg Luft,   Community
Pilgrim Trail · Upper Palatine Forest
Franconian Way of St. James 03: Altendorf - Ettmannsdorf
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 26.2 km
Duration 6:56 h
Ascent 406 m
Descent 403 m

3rd of 9 stages on my Way of St. James from Eslarn to Nuremberg Part 073 of my Way of St. James from Saint Petersburg to Santiago de ...

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from Peter Ch. Schachtler,   Community
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Geographical location and special features: Schwarzenfeld lies on the northern edge of the Upper Palatinate Forest and is surrounded by picturesque forests and hills. The town itself lies on the Naab - a river with crystal clear water - making it an ideal base for outdoor activities.

Tourist attractions: Schwarzenfeld has some interesting sights such as the historic market square with its old buildings or the town parish church of St. James the Elder. Another highlight is Schwarzenfeld Castle, a former moated castle from the 16th century.

Cultural highlights and events: The town also has a lively cultural scene with regular events such as concerts or theatre performances. The annual folk festival in August attracts many visitors and offers traditional Bavarian food as well as live music.

Culinary specialities: Schwarzenfeld is known for its culinary delights such as liver dumpling soup or roast pork with dumplings and sauerkraut - perfect to try at a local pub!

Outdoor Activities: For nature lovers, there are plenty of opportunities to explore the surrounding area: hiking, cycling or canoeing on the Naab are just a few. In winter, the nearby skiing area at the Großer Arber offers a variety of slopes and cross-country trails.

Best seasons: The best time for outdoor activities is in spring and summer, when temperatures are mild and pleasant. In autumn there are also many opportunities for hiking in the colourful forests. For winter sports enthusiasts, of course, winter is the best season.

Bad weather options: If it rains, you can always visit Schwarzenfeld Castle or plan a museum visit in Weiden - a city in the immediate vicinity with many cultural offerings.

Where is the most beautiful? A walk along the river Naab at sunset is an unforgettable experience! But also the view from the lookout tower on the Steinberg offers a breathtaking view over the surrounding landscape.

Conclusion: All in all, Schwarzenfeld is definitely worth a trip - whether for nature lovers, culture enthusiasts or just to relax in a picturesque setting. We hope this guide has helped you plan your trip to Schwarzenfeld!

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Reviews

  • April 12, 2025
    Holger Cornelius
    April 12, 2025
    Schöner gemütlicher Rundweg. Am Wochenende und bei schönem Wetter aber auch sehr überlaufen und man muß schon aufpassen, da auch viele Radfahrer unterwegs sind. Ansonsten war es ein schöner Spaziergang.
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    Photo: Holger Cornelius, Community
    Photo: Holger Cornelius, Community
    Written April 12, 2025
  • September 04, 2023
    Roland Weber
    September 03, 2023
    Sehr schöne Radtour, Danke für`s einstellen.
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    Photo: Roland Weber, Community
    Written September 04, 2023
  • August 20, 2020
    Beate Schindler-Kiesl
    August 20, 2020
    Eine sehr schöne Tour. Seht abwechslungsreich, was die Wege betrifft und gespickt mit vielen verschiedenen Eindrücken. Der Wald mit seinem zarten lila Heideteppich, dazu die Sträucher mit roten Preiselbeeren waren ein wahrer Augenschmauß. Eine Tour, die definitiv nach Wiederholung ruft und dabei bestimmt neue Eindrücke hinterlässt.
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    Murner See
    Photo: Beate Schindler-Kiesl, Community
    Rechenquelle
    Photo: Beate Schindler-Kiesl, Community
    Kunst am Wasserweg in Bodenwöhr
    Photo: Beate Schindler-Kiesl, Community
    Steinberger See
    Photo: Beate Schindler-Kiesl, Community
    Written August 20, 2020
  • August 10, 2020
    Caius Unterberg
    Traumhaft schön. Unheimlich abwechslungsreich und ideal für Gravel Bikes
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    Photo: Caius Unterberg, CC0, Community
    Written August 10, 2020
  • August 09, 2020
    Daniela Brender 
    Sehr schöne abwechslungsreiche Tour ! Sehr zu empfehlen 👍🏻
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    Written August 09, 2020
  • July 16, 2018
    Christian Wiesend
    Die Höhenmeter sind natürlich nicht richtig. Laut meinem Garmin waren es 580 HM.
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    Written July 16, 2018
  • June 14, 2017
    Georg Luft 
    June 11, 2017
    super Strecke, die ich in Variationen so auch schon gefahren bin. Danke für's Einstellen und die super Beschreibung(en) samt Bildern.
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    Written June 14, 2017
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