Wald- Und Heidelandschaft Östlich Von Bodenwöhr Und Bruck I. D. Opf.
Wald- Und Heidelandschaft Östlich Von Bodenwöhr Und Bruck I. D. Opf.
Nature Reserve Guide
Wald- Und Heidelandschaft Östlich Von Bodenwöhr Und Bruck I. D. Opf. is a nature reserve covering 283 hectares, characterized by a diverse landscape that evolved from a former military training ground. This area features a mosaic of warm-loving sand pine forests, dry transitional zones, dwarf shrub heaths, sand grasslands, and seasonally wet hollows. The nutrient-poor soil and varied terrain create a unique environment for specialized flora and fauna, making it suitable for several outdoor sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain…
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4.4
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Average rating
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4.8
(221)
719
hikers
9.67km
02:29
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(16)
53
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(21)
69
hikers
29.7km
08:02
390m
390m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(13)
44
hikers
11.4km
02:59
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(42)
180
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(28)
116
riders
36.5km
02:42
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(27)
85
riders
43.3km
02:55
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(37)
84
riders
34.7km
02:41
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(29)
106
riders
59.9km
03:52
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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28
riders
25.7km
01:26
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
riders
43.6km
02:51
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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21
riders
31.1km
02:06
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(1)
24
riders
127km
06:19
1,840m
1,840m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
87.8km
04:22
1,010m
1,010m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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13
riders
34.1km
01:31
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
61.8km
02:45
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.7
(10)
56
riders
62.0km
03:41
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(10)
35
riders
53.3km
02:54
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
(1)
13
riders
41.7km
02:44
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
14
riders
30.8km
01:55
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
runners
13.2km
01:30
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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14
runners
12.3km
01:20
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
runners
5.93km
00:40
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Wald- Und Heidelandschaft Östlich Von Bodenwöhr Und Bruck I. D. Opf. nature reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, gravel biking, and jogging. More than 100 routes are available for exploration.
The area is popular among outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with over 2,500 visitors recorded. Routes in the region have received more than 600 ratings, averaging 4.4 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction from users.
Popular hiking trails include the View of Hammersee – Art and Water Trail loop from Bodenwöhr Nord, which is 6 miles (9.7 km) long. Another option is the View of Hammersee – Art and Water Trail loop from Mappach, covering 7.1 miles (11.4 km). Both are rated as moderate difficulty.
Yes, easy hiking routes are available. An example is the Woodland Guitar Sculpture – Woodland Sculptures Trail loop, which is 3.9 miles (6.3 km) long. This route is rated as easy, making it suitable for those seeking a less strenuous experience.
For touring cyclists, the Regen Bridge in Stefling – View of the Regen Valley loop is a challenging 31.8-mile (51.3 km) route. A moderate option is the View of Reichenbach Monastery – View of Walderbach Abbey loop, spanning 33.6 miles (54.1 km).
Mountain biking trails are available, such as the moderate Naab River at Wölsendorf – Lake Murner loop, which is 37.2 miles (59.9 km) long. An easier option is the View of Hammersee loop from Bodenwöhr Nord, covering 16 miles (25.7 km).
The nature reserve features diverse terrain, including warm-loving sand pine forests, dry transitional zones, dwarf shrub heaths, and sand grasslands. The landscape also includes seasonally wet hollows. This variety results from its past as a military training ground and nutrient-poor soil conditions.
The area is characterized by extensive inland sand grasslands, which are rare in the Schwandorf district. It also provides a habitat for specialized flora and fauna, including amphibians, reptiles like adders and sand lizards, and various insects. The highly endangered Woodlark also finds refuge here.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area. These include Hiking in Wald- Und Heidelandschaft Östlich Von Bodenwöhr Und Bruck I. D. Opf., Cycling in Wald- Und Heidelandschaft Östlich Von Bodenwöhr Und Bruck I. D. Opf., and MTB Trails in Wald- Und Heidelandschaft Östlich Von Bodenwöhr Und Bruck I. D. Opf.. Guides for road cycling, gravel biking, and running are also available.
The official website for the nature reserve is naturpark-opf-wald.de. For general inquiries, the phone number is +49 9431 471373. This contact information can provide further details about the area.
Road cyclists can explore routes like the Waldeck–Dieberg Road – Walderbach Abbey loop, a moderate 21.2-mile (34.1 km) ride. A more challenging option is the Cycle path near Waldmünchen – Gasthaus Zum Zollhaus loop, which spans 78.7 miles (126.6 km).
Yes, gravel biking is an option in the nature reserve. The Schwarzachtal Cycle Path – View of Lake Murnersee loop is a moderate 38.5-mile (62 km) route. Another moderate choice is the Lake Murner – View of Lake Murner loop, covering 33.1 miles (53.3 km).
Jogging trails include the Art and Water Trail – Hammer Lake loop, a moderate 8.2-mile (13.2 km) route. Another option is the Running loop from Wald- und Heidelandschaft östlich von Bodenwöhr und Bruck i. d. OPf., which is 5.8 miles (9.3 km) long and also rated moderate.

