Rothsee is a region in the heart of the Franconian Lakeland countryside, approximately 17 miles (28 km) south of Nuremberg. The area is characterized by its blend of natural beauty, including the Rothsee lake itself, green meadows, and two nature reserves. Its diverse landscape, ranging from flat paths around the lake to varied terrain on the northern flank of the Franconian Alb, makes Rothsee suitable for several outdoor activities like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
143
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4.7
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Average rating
2791
People visited

4.8
(80)
685
riders
56.8km
02:23
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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285
riders
27.7km
01:06
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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57
riders
69.3km
02:49
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

39
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8.39km
00:20
40m
50m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
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103
hikers
9.05km
02:32
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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76
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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38
hikers
8.77km
02:25
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
17
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(29)
145
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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73
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34.6km
02:03
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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58
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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27
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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16
riders
59.0km
04:41
730m
730m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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33.1km
02:51
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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20
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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20.5km
01:53
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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29
runners
10.8km
01:09
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

30
runners
9.36km
01:00
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
15.1km
01:37
210m
210m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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21.3km
01:08
150m
150m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
62.7km
03:45
680m
680m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rothsee offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features an extensive network of trails suitable for different interests and skill levels.
Rothsee has more than 57,000 visitors on komoot, with 81 routes available. These routes have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 9,800 ratings.
Rothsee provides an extensive network of road cycling trails. A popular route is the 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) path around the lake. More options are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Rothsee guide.
Touring cyclists can find various routes, including a scenic connection between Rothsee and the larger Brombachsee. The Main-Danube Canal also offers additional cycling opportunities. Explore more in the Cycling around Rothsee guide.
The Rothsee region offers hiking trails for all fitness levels, from easy strolls to challenging routes. A circular route around the lake is available, and paths lead to natural features like the Schwarzach Gorge. Find more options in the Hiking around Rothsee guide.
Rothsee offers varied terrain for mountain biking enthusiasts. Trails feature a mix of gravel and forest paths, with some sections including tree roots and hilly landscapes. The MTB Trails around Rothsee guide provides more information.
Rothsee offers family-friendly options for both cycling and hiking. The 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) path around the lake is suitable for leisurely family bike tours. Specific family-friendly hiking routes are detailed in the Family-friendly hikes around Rothsee guide.
The centerpiece of the region is the Rothsee itself, a 210-212 hectare lake with two nature reserves. The Schwarzach Gorge, recognized as one of Bavaria's most beautiful geotopes, features impressive rock formations and Karl's Cave.
Rothsee provides options for visitors with dogs. Specific dog-friendly hiking routes are available. Consult the Dog-friendly hikes around Rothsee guide for suitable trails.
Komoot offers several guides for Rothsee, including Road Cycling Routes around Rothsee, Cycling around Rothsee, Hiking around Rothsee, and MTB Trails around Rothsee. Guides for family-friendly, easy, and traffic-free routes are also available.
For inquiries regarding Rothsee, the official website is rothsee.de. The Zweckverband Rothsee can be contacted by phone at +499171814310.

