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Wallenfels

Welcome to Wallenfels, Kronach! This destination in the north of Bavaria is a real insider's tip for anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway. A small town with a picturesque location at the foot of the Franconian Forest, Wallenfels offers its visitors many opportunities for relaxation and discovery.

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Premium content Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 1,455.2 km
Duration 369:45 h
Ascent 16,973 m
Descent 15,746 m

The European long-distance path E6 is an ambitious project that is intended to run continuously from northern Finland to Turkey. On the German ...

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from Matthias Stiel,   Outdooractive Premium
Long Distance Hiking · Thuringian Forest
Frankenweg – from Rennsteig to the Swabian Alb
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 519.5 km
Duration 143:35 h
Ascent 10,662 m
Descent 10,611 m

Over nearly 500 km, the Frankenweg takes us from northern Franconia on 21 exciting stages to the Altmühltal Nature Park.

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from Maresi Kachler,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
FrankenwaldSteigla Around the Gaaßleitn
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 16.9 km
Duration 5:35 h
Ascent 505 m
Descent 505 m

UNDERSTANDING THE FOREST - There is an almost endless amount of forest here. But what do you do when it is inaccessible? Who manages to get by on ...

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
Franconian Forest Trail Dörnach Steig
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.6 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 264 m
Descent 264 m

BREATHE FREELY - On paths up to Herrgottswinkel and views into the Leutnitztal or the valley of the Wilde Rodach, where the tradition of rafting ...

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
FrankenwaldSteigla Süßengut-Weg
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 13.3 km
Duration 4:40 h
Ascent 489 m
Descent 489 m

UNDERSTANDING THE FOREST - The yew tree is 900 years old and tells a lot about what it has experienced. Whether rafting, geotope, or scattered ...

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
FrankenwaldSteigla Lamitz Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 5.7 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 213 m
Descent 213 m

NEW FrankenwaldSteigla 2025 Along the trail through the idyllic Lamitz valley near Wallenfels, numerous information boards invite you to ...

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Long Distance Hiking · Werratal
THE WANDEREXPERIENCE
recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 350.3 km
Duration 97:00 h
Ascent 6,040 m
Descent 6,092 m

This varied 13-day route runs across Germany, Hesse, Thuringia & Franconia. It consists of a section of the Werra-Burgen-Steig, the entire ...

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from mondfabrik,   Community
Mountain Bike · Frankenwald
Mountainbike 4 Rodachtal NORTH
recommended route Difficulty S4 difficult
Distance 50.3 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 1,383 m
Descent 1,322 m

Starting point of the long and demanding MTB route is the rafting village Wallenfels in the valley of the Wilde Rodach.

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Mountain Bike · Frankenwald
Mountainbike 5 Rodachtal SÜD
recommended route Difficulty S3 difficult
Distance 25.3 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 602 m
Descent 610 m

Short MTB route from the rafting village Wallenfels to the Radspitze with viewing tower and rewarding panoramic view.

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
Big Radspitz route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 22.9 km
Duration 7:10 h
Ascent 871 m
Descent 841 m

For hikers with good fitness – many elevation meters for training or simply to enjoy the beautiful Frankenwald Start at the Seibelsdorf hiking ...

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The geographical location of Wallenfels is characterised by the nearby Franconian Forest Nature Park. The region is known for its unspoilt nature and hiking opportunities on the Franconian Mountain Trail or the Rennsteig. Cycling or Nordic walking are also popular activities here.

Sights relevant to tourism include Banz Castle and Kronach's historic market square with its 16th century half-timbered houses. Another highlight is Lauenstein Castle, which towers high above the town of the same name.

Cultural highlights are offered above all in the form of museum visits: The Ludwig Bechstein Museum tells stories about fairytale and legend figures, while the German Castle Museum provides an insight into the world of medieval fortresses.

For culinary delights, regional specialities such as grilled bratwurst or fresh bread from one of the many traditional bakeries in the area.

There are also plenty of options if the weather is bad: The Aquaria leisure pool in Coburg invites you to swim, while you can test your strength at the Bamberg climbing centre.

It is particularly beautiful in Wallenfels in autumn, when the leaves on the trees turn colourful and you can enjoy the forest on long walks. In winter, the nearby skiing area at Ochsenkopf attracts visitors with its slopes and cross-country trails.

Overall, Wallenfels is a destination that is definitely worth a trip due to its location and diverse activities. This Travel Guide offers you many useful tips for a successful stay!

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