Nature Reserve Guide
Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen is a nature reserve located in the district of Bad Kissingen in Lower Franconia, Bavaria, Germany. This protected area spans over 400 hectares and features a diverse environment, including dry grasslands, lush beech forests, and varied landscapes. Its history as a former military training ground has resulted in a well-developed infrastructure of paths, now utilized for several outdoor sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, and more. The reserve is recognized for its ecological significance, supporting…
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70.5km
04:56
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11.0km
03:10
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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12.6km
03:24
160m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.7km
01:48
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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59.2km
04:41
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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34.9km
02:42
510m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.6
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213
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65.5km
02:57
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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59.5km
02:38
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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43.5km
02:00
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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85.9km
04:31
1,500m
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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49
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13.4km
01:28
150m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.7km
01:39
180m
180m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5.09km
00:34
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.08km
00:45
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25.1km
01:19
150m
150m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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27.6km
01:26
200m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
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34.4km
01:53
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, gravel biking, and jogging. The reserve features over 100 routes across these sports, catering to different skill levels.
Yes, the nature reserve provides easy hiking trails suitable for beginners. An example is the Adventure Playground – Nüdlingen Natural Cemetery loop from Nüdlingen, which is approximately 4.5 miles (7.3 km) long. Visitors can find more options in the Easy hikes in Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen guide.
Popular touring cycling routes include the Old Saale Bridge, Elfershausen – Thulba Cycle Path loop from Bad Kissingen, a moderate route of about 31.8 miles (51.1 km). Another option is the Bad Kissingen Rose Garden – Bad Bocklet Spa and Kurpark loop from Bad Kissingen, covering around 37 miles (59.7 km).
Yes, mountain biking trails are available, though some segments may be unpaved and challenging. The Giant Bench Near Obererthal – Market Fountain, Hammelburg loop from Bad Kissingen is a moderate route of about 31.9 miles (51.4 km). More trails can be found in the MTB Trails in Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen guide.
The reserve features diverse habitats including dry grasslands, lush beech forests, and oak-hornbeam forests. It is home to various flora and fauna, including rare plant species, bat species, beetles like the stag beetle, and birds such as the middle spotted woodpecker and red kite.
Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen is a popular destination, with more than 9,000 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on over 2,200 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area. These include Hiking in Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen, Cycling in Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen, and MTB Trails in Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen. There are also guides for road cycling, gravel biking, and jogging.
Cyclists should adhere strictly to designated cycling paths. Riding bicycles and mountain bikes off marked paths is often prohibited in nature reserves to prevent disturbance to wildlife and habitats.
Yes, the area offers road cycling routes, often on mostly paved surfaces. An example is the Saale Bridge – Old Saale Bridge, Elfershausen loop from Bad Kissingen, a moderate route spanning about 40.7 miles (65.5 km). The Road Cycling Routes in Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen guide provides more options.
Cycling routes in Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen feature mostly paved surfaces, suitable for touring and road cycling. Some mountain biking trails may include unpaved and more challenging segments. The diverse landscape includes former military training grounds, which contribute to a well-developed network of paths.
While specific named viewpoints within the immediate reserve are not detailed, the area's diverse landscape offers scenic views. Routes often pass by natural features and historical elements from its past as a military training ground. The Attractions in Reiterswiesener Höhe-Häuserlohwäldchen guide may highlight points of interest.

