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Wilhelmsthal

Welcome to Wilhelmsthal, Kronach! This charming destination in the heart of Germany is a real gem and definitely worth a visit. Located as part of the Upper Franconia region, it offers numerous special features and sights.

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Attractions in Wilhelmsthal


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Hiking Trail · Kronach County
Along the Marter (Franconian Forest Steigla)
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 14.6 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 349 m
Descent 349 m

Just under 15 km circular route through the northern district of Kronach.

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from Klaus Ritter,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
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
Franconian Forest trail Along the Marter
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.7 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 409 m
Descent 409 m

HEARING SILENCE - Step by step, evenly in your own rhythm, the path lets you feel the meditative benefit of the walk. These are old, well-trodden ...

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 74.8 km
Duration 23:00 h
Ascent 1,391 m
Descent 1,597 m

The Burgenweg quality hiking trail, a cultural-historical hiking route, in the Frankenwald Nature Park leads from Lauenstein in the extreme north ...

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from Miriam Frietsch,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
FrankenwaldSteigla Dober Valley Path
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.7 km
Duration 4:35 h
Ascent 327 m
Descent 327 m

New FrankenwaldSteigla 2025 This path leads through two of the most untouched valleys of the Frankenwald. There, the streams Dober and Grümpel ...

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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 3 Rennsteig region SOUTH
recommended route Difficulty S3 difficult
Distance 55.7 km
Duration 6:25 h
Ascent 1,190 m
Descent 1,190 m

Long, physically demanding route in the Rennsteig region of the Frankenwald, including creek crossings and a root trail.

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 75.7 km
Duration 7:15 h
Ascent 1,085 m
Descent 940 m

Part of a bike trip from Perl (Mosel) to Eastern Europe on the European long-distance hiking trail E 3.

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from Dirk Neubauer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 67.6 km
Duration 6:15 h
Ascent 1,133 m
Descent 1,053 m

Part of a bike trip from Perl (Mosel) to Eastern Europe on the European long-distance path E3.

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from Dirk Neubauer,   Community
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Geographically, Wilhelmsthal is located at the foot of the Franconian Forest and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. The town itself also has a lot to offer: historic buildings such as the castle or the town church are impressive witnesses to past eras.

An absolute highlight for tourists is Wilhelmsthal Castle - a baroque masterpiece from the 18th century with magnificent gardens, water features and sculptures. Another cultural highlight is the Banz Monastery Museum, which presents art and cultural history in a breathtaking way.

For culinary delights, regional specialities such as the famous Franconian bratwurst or beers from local breweries are available. Even in bad weather, there are plenty of activities in Wilhelmsthal: Visiting museums or strolling leisurely through the old town are just two possibilities.

Outdoor fans will also get their money's worth here: hiking in summer or skiing in winter - the Franconian Forest offers suitable leisure activities for every season in the most beautiful places in this region.

Wilhelmsthal, Kronach - an unforgettable experience for all senses! Use our travel guide to help you plan your trip to Germany's hidden treasure.

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Reviews

  • August 28, 2024
    Carsten Wellbrock
    August 28, 2024
    Schöne Wanderung zuerst über Wiesen, dann durch Wald entlang der Matern bis zum Wallfahrtsort Glosberg mit einer sehr schönen Kirche und einer Waldkirche oberhalb. Zurück geht es durch Wald und über Felder mit Panoramen.
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    Wiesenweg durchs Haßlachtal
    Photo: Carsten Wellbrock, Community
    Photo: Carsten Wellbrock, Community
    Wallfahrtskirche in Glosberg
    Photo: Carsten Wellbrock, Community
    Photo: Carsten Wellbrock, Community
    Waldkirche oberhalb von Glosberg
    Photo: Carsten Wellbrock, Community
    Photo: Carsten Wellbrock, Community
    Written August 28, 2024
  • December 26, 2019
    Martin Maderholz 
    gut, aber nicht störungsfrei
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    Written December 26, 2019
    Long Distance Hiking
    Frankenweg
  • March 14, 2017
    Daniel Seekamp
    Vor einigen Jahren wurde der E6 im Wendland großräumig verlegt. Die gezeigte Strecke entspricht daher nicht mehr der Markierung vor Ort. Im Übrigen kann ich den E6 gerade im Wendland wärmstens empfehlen.
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    Written March 14, 2017

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