Heroldsberg, a region in the district of Erlangen-Höchstadt in Bavaria, Germany, offers diverse landscapes for outdoor pursuits. Situated between the gentle hills of the Franconian Jura and the steeper cliffs of the Hersbrucker Alb, the area features varied terrain. The region is also home to the Sebalder Reichswald forest and is traversed by the Gründlach river, providing a natural setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Heroldsberg provides…
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4.6
(240)
855
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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189
hikers
14.7km
03:55
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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147
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7.21km
01:56
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.4km
04:26
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1,326
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41.1km
01:46
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40.5km
01:46
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51.8km
02:27
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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45.5km
01:59
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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121
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41.9km
02:39
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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137
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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143
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22.1km
01:20
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.9km
02:11
240m
240m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.7
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58
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23.5km
01:56
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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27.7km
01:50
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.8km
02:31
340m
340m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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21.9km
01:46
290m
290m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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41
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14.5km
01:33
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.91km
01:06
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.77km
00:56
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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44
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
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32.7km
01:45
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42
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48.0km
02:34
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Heroldsberg offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes, from the Franconian Jura to the Hersbrucker Alb, and the Sebalder Reichswald forest. More than 400 routes are available for exploration.
Heroldsberg provides 127 hiking routes through picturesque forests and valleys. The trails traverse delightful valleys, charming villages, and distinctive rocky landscapes. For detailed information, consult the Hiking around Heroldsberg guide.
Heroldsberg caters to various cycling preferences, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The terrain offers both leisurely rides and technically demanding routes. Guides such as Cycling around Heroldsberg and Road Cycling Routes around Heroldsberg provide route details.
Heroldsberg is known for its varied mountain biking landscapes and numerous trails, including those leading to Tauchersreuth and Neunhof, and within the Sebalder Forst. A bike park in Heroldsberg offers additional options with jumps and challenging obstacles. The MTB Trails around Heroldsberg guide details specific routes.
Heroldsberg features 49 dedicated jogging routes. These trails often pass through the region's picturesque forests and along the Gründlach river. Information on specific running paths can be found in the Running Trails around Heroldsberg guide.
Heroldsberg offers routes suitable for various fitness levels, including easier paths through forests and valleys that can be enjoyed by families. The diverse landscape allows for selection of less strenuous options for hiking and cycling. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified within the general activity guides.
Outdoor routes in Heroldsberg often pass by significant natural features like the Sebalder Reichswald forest and the Gründlach river. Cultural highlights include historic buildings such as Atzelsberg Castle and the Old Town Hall. The region is also known for its Franconian inns with beer gardens.
Heroldsberg is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 18,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 3,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Heroldsberg, including Hiking around Heroldsberg, Cycling around Heroldsberg, Road Cycling Routes around Heroldsberg, MTB Trails around Heroldsberg, Running Trails around Heroldsberg, and Gravel biking around Heroldsberg.
For official inquiries regarding Heroldsberg, the local administration can be reached via their official website or phone. The official website is www.heroldsberg.de. The phone number is +49 911 518570.
Heroldsberg's location between the Franconian Jura and the Hersbrucker Alb provides terrain with challenging climbs and rapid descents, particularly suitable for experienced mountain bikers and road cyclists. The region's diverse landscapes offer technically demanding routes. Hikers can also find longer trails with varied elevation changes.

