Vohenstrauß, a region in the Upper Palatinate Forest of Bavaria, Germany, offers diverse landscapes for outdoor pursuits. The area is characterized by its natural beauty, including dense woodlands, river valleys like the Lerau, and unique geological formations such as the Doost Granite Boulder Field. These varied terrains provide opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. The region's position within the Upper Palatinate Forest ensures extensive natural environments for exploration.
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Routes
4.6
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Average rating
3534
People visited

4.0
(13)
41
hikers
19.5km
05:11
210m
200m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(13)
39
hikers
16.6km
04:25
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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342
hikers
12.4km
03:26
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(38)
116
hikers
14.3km
04:04
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(53)
201
riders
52.8km
03:19
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(37)
131
riders
16.8km
01:09
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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58
riders
47.9km
03:07
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(20)
89
riders
64.4km
04:01
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.8
(9)
79
riders
42.8km
01:53
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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33
riders
49.7km
02:15
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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35
riders
44.8km
01:56
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
31
riders
48.3km
02:14
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
(34)
57
riders
43.4km
02:51
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
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25
riders
51.2km
03:58
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.4
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46
riders
29.8km
01:36
170m
170m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(30)
38
riders
66.3km
04:47
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
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.

4.7
(9)
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
(4)
13
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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3.7
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26
runners
8.46km
00:53
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
7.65km
00:48
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
runners
5.27km
00:33
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
(1)
12
runners
8.09km
00:52
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Vohenstrauß offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 700 routes across these sports. These routes are rated an average of 4.69 out of 5 stars by users.
Popular hiking areas include the wild Lerau Valley and the Doost Granite Boulder Field, known for its 'sea of boulders'. Long-distance paths such as the Goldsteig trail and the Burgenweg (Castle Trail) also traverse the region. For more information, explore the Hiking around Vohenstrauß guide.
Vohenstrauß offers various cycling routes, including sections of the Paneuropa cycle route and the Bockl cycle route, which are suitable for touring and road cyclists. Many routes feature mostly paved surfaces. The Cycling around Vohenstrauß guide provides further details.
The Vohenstrauß region provides unpaved segments and dedicated trails for mountain biking enthusiasts. These routes cater to various skill levels within the diverse landscape of the Upper Palatinate Forest. Consult the MTB Trails around Vohenstrauß guide for specific routes.
The region offers numerous trails catering to various skill levels, including easier walks suitable for families. The Lerau Valley, for instance, provides scenic walks. Many routes are designed to be accessible for a wider range of participants.
Notable natural features include the Lerau Valley and the Doost Granite Boulder Field. For panoramic views, the Schellenberg Castle Ruins and Observation Tower, at 2,710 feet (826 meters), offers the highest vantage point in the Upper Palatinate. The Leuchtenberg Castle Ruins also provides historical and scenic interest.
Vohenstrauß has attracted more than 9,000 visitors on komoot, who have collectively rated over 1,700 routes. The average rating for routes in the region is 4.69 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Vohenstrauß, Cycling around Vohenstrauß, and MTB Trails around Vohenstrauß. There are also guides for running, road cycling, and gravel biking.
The terrain around Vohenstrauß is varied, ranging from dense woodlands in the Upper Palatinate Forest to river valleys and unique geological formations like the granite boulder fields. Trails can include both paved and unpaved surfaces, catering to different activity types and skill levels.
Official information about Vohenstrauß can be found on its website. The Tourist-Info Vohenstrauß can also be reached by phone. The official website is www.vohenstrauss.de, and the phone number is +49 9651 9222-30.
Yes, Vohenstrauß offers routes suitable for jogging. These trails provide opportunities for running through the diverse landscapes of the region. Specific routes can be found in the Running Trails around Vohenstrauß guide.

