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Selbitz

Welcome to Selbitz, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the important information for your stay in the town.

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Attractions in Selbitz


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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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Long Distance Cycling
Franconian Forest cycling route
recommended route Difficulty moderate Multi-day route
Distance 238.6 km
Duration 17:32 h
Ascent 2,326 m
Descent 2,326 m

Seven-day bike route through the picturesque landscape of the Franconian Forest with many cultural-historical and geological waypoints and culinary ...

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from Markus Franz,   Frankenwald
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 88.1 km
Duration 8:15 h
Ascent 1,517 m
Descent 1,433 m

By bike following the footsteps of Jacob's pilgrims and along ancient trade routes from Elsterwerda westwards into the Eifel.

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from Dirk Neubauer,   Community
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
Frankenwald Hiking Marathon 2018
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 43.9 km
Duration 12:30 h
Ascent 998 m
Descent 998 m

Final status of the route planning for the Frankenwald Hiking Marathon 2018 - changes reserved!

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from Markus Franz,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Frankenwald
Frankenwald cycling route – Stage 6
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 6
Distance 54.1 km
Duration 4:02 h
Ascent 698 m
Descent 747 m

The sixth stage of the Frankenwald cycling route covers a distance of just under 55 km from Bad Steben through the Hölltal and via Naila, Selbitz ...

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Frankenwald
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 17.6 km
Duration 5:03 h
Ascent 373 m
Descent 281 m

The Franconian Mountain Trail begins at the hiking junction in Untereichenstein. The first stage leads with views of the Franconian Forest via ...

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from Michael Thein,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 21 km
Duration 5:31 h
Ascent 323 m
Descent 310 m

The 2nd stage of the Franconian Mountain Route runs for 21 km between the nature parks Frankenwald and Fichtelgebirge (area of the Münchberg gneiss ...

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from Michael Thein,   Community
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
FrankenwaldSteigla The Wild Man
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.2 km
Duration 3:25 h
Ascent 246 m
Descent 246 m

New FrankenwaldSteigla 2025 On the way with the "Wild Man" near Naila.

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Bicycle Rides · Fichtelgebirge
Saale-Selbitz Tour (HO 3)
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 60.5 km
Duration 4:43 h
Ascent 698 m
Descent 704 m

The longer bike route in the district of Hof runs along the Saale cycle path, the Upper Franconia route "Through Bavaria's stone-rich corner," and ...

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from Hans Schneider,   Frankenwald
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Geographical location and special features: Selbitz is a small town in the German state of Bavaria, about 30 km from Hof. The picturesque landscape around the town consists of hills and forests as well as rivers such as the Selbitzer Bach or the Saale. The area is known for its numerous hiking and cycling trails, which are perfect for exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside.

Tourist attractions: There are many historic buildings to visit in Selbitz, such as Selbitz Castle or the town church of St. Andreas. Another highlight is the local history museum with a variety of exhibits on the history of the region.

Cultural highlights and events: For those interested in culture, a visit to the Hof Theatre or the Hof-Saale e.V. Art Association is recommended, where exhibitions are held regularly. In summer, the traditional Old Town Festival also attracts visitors with music, dancing and culinary delights.

Culinary specialities: The cuisine in Selbitz is characterised by regional specialities such as "Saure Zipfel" (sausages in vinegar broth) or "Schlachtschüssel" (a hearty stew). Beer lovers also get their money's worth: Fresh beer is brewed in the local breweries - definitely try it!

Outdoor activities: Selbitz is a paradise for outdoor activities of all kinds. In summer you can go hiking or cycling through the forests and hills, while in winter skiing and tobogganing are possible on the surrounding slopes.

Best seasons and places to do outdoor activities: The best time for outdoor activities in Selbitz is spring to autumn. Hikes along the banks of the Saale or cycling tours through the Fichtelgebirge are recommended. In winter, the nearby skiing area at Ochsenkopf is a good choice.

What to do if it rains: Even in bad weather, there is plenty to experience in Selbitz: Visit the local history museum, for example, or relax in the indoor swimming pool with sauna.

Where to go in Selbitz: The old town of Selbitz with its historic buildings and narrow streets is particularly beautiful, as is the view of the surrounding countryside from the castle.

All in all, a stay in Selbitz is always worthwhile - well worth a trip!

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