Schirmitz, a region in the Oberpfalz area of Germany, offers diverse landscapes for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by a mix of fields, forests, meadows, and river valleys, including the Waldnaab River and the initial foothills of the Upper Palatinate Forest. These varied natural features provide opportunities for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
The region around Schirmitz provides a wide range of outdoor activities, with more than…
111
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.3
(9)
114
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.6
(8)
89
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

57
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
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36
riders
59.1km
02:32
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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68
riders
21.4km
01:17
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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24.5km
01:39
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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33
riders
36.3km
02:22
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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60
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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35
riders
68.4km
04:27
720m
720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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21
riders
40.4km
02:04
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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16
riders
56.3km
03:03
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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riders
28.0km
01:30
90m
90m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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18
riders
40.1km
02:19
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
riders
24.3km
01:31
90m
90m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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10
riders
45.2km
03:39
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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10
riders
17.7km
01:09
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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23
runners
5.40km
00:33
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
6.80km
00:42
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
runners
5.71km
00:37
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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31
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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11
hikers
3.10km
00:49
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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8
hikers
2.93km
00:47
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Schirmitz offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 95 routes, with an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars from more than 8,800 ratings. These activities cater to various skill levels across diverse landscapes.
Schirmitz provides a network of hiking trails through forests and open landscapes. Popular options include the "Pond – Wooden Forest Chapel loop" (4.7 miles / 7.5 km) and the "GenussSchmiede Pirk loop" (5.8 miles / 9.3 km). For more options, explore the Hiking around Schirmitz guide.
Schirmitz offers road cycling routes that utilize paved sections through varied terrain. The region's diverse landscape includes river valleys and forests, suitable for different fitness levels. Cyclists can find more information in the Road Cycling Routes around Schirmitz guide.
Touring cyclists in Schirmitz can explore routes like the "Weiherhammer Bird Sanctuary – Relax Loungers at Beckenweiher loop" (18.5 miles / 29.7 km) and the "Mooslohe Raised Bog – Waldnaab River loop" (15.2 miles / 24.5 km). These routes showcase unique natural landscapes. Further details are available in the Cycling around Schirmitz guide.
Schirmitz is located within the Oberpfälzer Wald, offering exciting mountain biking tours. Routes like "Schirmitz - Strobelhütte (Rundtour)" provide varied terrain with trail features. The MTB Trails around Schirmitz guide lists numerous options.
The Schirmitz region features routes suitable for various fitness levels, including easy, mostly paved paths ideal for families. These routes often traverse river valleys and meadows, offering a pleasant cycling experience. Specific family-friendly routes can be found by filtering for easier difficulties on komoot.
Schirmitz is characterized by the Waldnaab River, numerous ponds, and the foothills of the Upper Palatinate Forest. Notable natural features include the Doost Granite Boulder Field, a nature reserve with distinctive granite blocks. Elevated points offer panoramic views over the Weiden basin.
Schirmitz is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 52,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 95 routes have received over 8,800 ratings, averaging 4.57 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Schirmitz, including Hiking around Schirmitz, Cycling around Schirmitz, and Road Cycling Routes around Schirmitz. There are also guides for mountain biking, running, and gravel biking, providing comprehensive information for various sports.
The official website for the Schirmitz municipality is schirmitz.de. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +49 961 481160. These resources can provide additional local information.
Yes, Schirmitz offers opportunities for gravel biking, with routes that combine paved and unpaved sections through varied landscapes. The Gravel biking around Schirmitz guide provides specific information and route suggestions for this activity.

