Through the Hellbachgespreng to the Großer Falkenstein

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Through the Hellbachgespreng to the Großer Falkenstein

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Through the Hellbachgespreng to the Großer Falkenstein

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15.4km

670m

Hiking

On the demanding tour to Großer Falkenstein (1,315 m), the path leads up through the Höllbachgespreng, a wild and romantic landscape with many small waterfalls and original mountain mixed forest. At the Falkenstein summit, a breathtaking view beckons, and just below, a cozy stop at the mountain hut. The descent…

by Nationalpark Bayerischer Wald

Last updated: May 15, 2025

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 6.66 km for 13 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.96 km

View of the Bavarian Forest Mountains

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Again and again you have wonderful views of the surrounding mountains from glades

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5.97 km

Höllbach Weir

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Nice rest area on the water with a toilet nearby.
Draw strength before the ascent through the Höllbachspreng.

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6.98 km

Höllbachgspreng Waterfalls

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About roots, rocks and steps leads a trail through the jungle-like Höllbachgespreng steeply upwards. On both sides rise the towering rock walls and complete the exciting panorama.

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8.69 km

Großer Falkenstein

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Many hiking trails of varying difficulty levels open up the hiking area around the Großer Falkenstein (1,315 meters). One of the most spectacular ascents is the path over the impressive …

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11.1 km

Ruckowitzschachten

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Picture book landscape 👌 is always worth a visit

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12.7 km

Mittelsteighütte Primeval Forest

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Here you will discover ancient tree giants and climb over thick roots and dead trees. The jungle area Mittelsteighütte is a true paradise for nature lovers. If you are patient, …

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15.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.63 km

4.37 km

1.38 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.39 km

3.77 km

2.33 km

764 m

137 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 23 October

7°C

1°C

38 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

September 8, 2025,Durchs Höllbachgespreng auf den Großen Falkenstein

A beautiful hike in the Bavarian Forest National Park. The section through the primeval forest of the Höllbachgespreng, in particular, allows hikers to experience the wilderness up close. However, the ascent here to the Falkenstein requires some fitness and surefootedness.
Once at the summit, a stop at the Falkenstein Refuge offers the opportunity to replenish energy. The descent to Zwieslerwaldhaus …

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June 6, 2026,Durchs Höllbachgspreng auf den Großen Falkenstein 🥾

Today another tour in the Bavarian Forest 🥰
Parked at the parking lot at Zwieslerwaldhaus (free)! From there, via the Heidelbeerweg over the quite challenging Höllbachgspreng to the Großer Falkenstein. After a strengthening break on the terrace of the mountain hut, we went over the Ruckowitzberg and the similarly named Schachten to the Jägersteig in the primeval forest and from …

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September 9, 2023,Höllbachgspreng💦🪨, Großer Falkenstein⛰️, Ruckowitzschachten🪵🌾

🫶 Fantastically beautiful, highly recommended hike 🫶

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June 11, 2023,Zwieslerwaldhaus 🏠🌲Höllbachgespreng 🌲😀Großer Falkenstein ⛰️ Ruckowitzschachten 🌳☀️

It was a very nice and successful day with many nice people 😀🥾👍🏻☀️ I was very happy to meet you all in person 🥰 and hope to see you again on one or the other tour 🥾😀
@d̲̲_̲̲w̲̲_̲̲b̲̲
You are a great tour guide with your heart in the right place 😀 Respect for packing the two dumplings 😅

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May 24, 2023,Wanderung zum Falkenstein

Very nice tour of Zwiesler Waldhaus to Falkenstein. You only have a view at the summit 1312m over to the large Arber.
You should be reasonably sure-footed for the ascent on this tour.
But there are also easier sections.

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June 11, 2023,Übers Höllbachgespreng zum großen Falkenstein, über Ruckowitz Schachten zurück

Today a wonderful tour with dear Komoot friends. Thanks to everyone for the nice conversations and the tour guide Giggerl for the great planning 😉👍

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June 24, 2025,Lindberg - Zwieslerwaldhaus🅿️ - Triftteich♒️ - Höllbachgespreng🌊 - Großer Falkenstein📷🔭😋

Due to roadworks, we had to reschedule our tour for today. We moved the tour forward for Wednesday.
We went to Lindberg to the Zwieslerwaldhaus🅿️ (the upper 🅿️ is free). There's a fee to go up to the inn unless you're a vacation guest in the region.

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August 4, 2024,Bayerischer Wald - Höllbachgespreng und Großer Falkenstein

Today our round trip took us to the Großer Falkenstein. We started in Zwieslerwaldhaus. We climbed over the Höllbachschwelle at the Höllbach waterfall over steep and rocky terrain to the Großer Falkenstein 🥵. In some places the path was a real challenge. At the summit we went to the Falkensteiner Schutzhaus for lunch - it was very tasty 😋.
The …

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July 1, 2020

On the demanding tour to Großer Falkenstein (1,315 m), the path leads up through the Höllbachgespreng, a wild and romantic landscape with many small waterfalls and original mountain mixed forest. At the Falkenstein summit, a breathtaking view beckons, and just below, a cozy stop at the mountain hut

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July 9, 2020

Do something good for the environment and use public transport to get to your tour:
Igelbus stop Zwieslerwaldhaus, Zwieslerwaldhaus car park (Falkensteinbus line 48)
Timetables at bahnland-bayern.de﻿

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