Wackersdorf is a region in Germany, characterized by a unique landscape transformed from a former lignite mining area into a leisure destination. This area, part of the Upper Palatinate Lake District, features prominent lakes such as Murner See and Steinberger See, providing a distinct environment for outdoor pursuits. The terrain offers varied opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
The Wackersdorf region offers more than 300 routes across several…
117
Routes
4.5
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Average rating
17916
People visited

4.8
(624)
2,704
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(617)
2,655
hikers
6.66km
01:42
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(610)
2,990
hikers
9.28km
02:24
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(69)
404
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(348)
1,602
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(116)
370
riders
20.2km
01:26
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(75)
270
riders
51.7km
03:24
350m
350m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
(106)
629
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(40)
662
runners
10.2km
01:03
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(45)
642
runners
6.72km
00:42
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(7)
208
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(2)
49
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(38)
113
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(15)
58
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(14)
50
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(7)
25
riders
39.5km
03:14
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(7)
40
riders
41.0km
01:43
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

30
riders
55.2km
02:26
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

25
riders
21.4km
00:52
90m
90m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
(2)
16
riders
52.8km
02:24
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(10)
46
riders
29.3km
01:41
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(10)
59
riders
31.2km
01:48
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(2)
13
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
15
riders
37.0km
02:09
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Wackersdorf offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 345 routes across these sports, explored by more than 27,000 visitors.
Wackersdorf features 84 dedicated hiking routes. These trails traverse the region's diverse landscape, offering options for various preferences. More information on specific routes can be found in the Hiking around Wackersdorf guide.
The Wackersdorf region is well-suited for cycling, with 95 touring cycling routes, 89 mountain biking routes, 33 road cycling routes, and 11 gravel biking routes. Cyclists can explore routes around the prominent lakes and on well-maintained paths. Guides like Cycling around Wackersdorf provide further details.
Wackersdorf provides 33 routes specifically for jogging. These trails often utilize the transformed landscape and lakeside paths, offering scenic backdrops for runners. The Running Trails around Wackersdorf guide lists available options.
Key natural features in Wackersdorf include prominent lakes such as Murner See and Steinberger See, which are central to many outdoor activities. The region also features trails, viewpoints, forests, and beaches. These areas provide diverse settings for exploration and recreation.
Outdoor routes in Wackersdorf have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on more than 5,000 reviews from komoot users. The high average rating indicates a generally positive experience for visitors.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Wackersdorf, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Wackersdorf, Cycling around Wackersdorf, and MTB Trails around Wackersdorf. Additional guides are available for road cycling, gravel biking, and traffic-free bike rides.
The official website for Wackersdorf is www.vg-wackersdorf.de. This resource provides general information about the region. For specific outdoor route details, komoot guides offer detailed information.
The Wackersdorf administration can be contacted by phone at +49 9431 7436-0. This number can be used for general inquiries about the region. For specific route information, komoot guides are the primary resource.
Yes, Wackersdorf offers traffic-free cycling routes suitable for touring, road cycling, and gravel biking. These routes provide a safer and more relaxed experience away from vehicular traffic. Specific options are detailed in guides such as Traffic-free bike rides around Wackersdorf.
The Wackersdorf region, transformed from a former mining area, offers varied terrain. Trails often feature paths around lakes, through forests, and along former industrial landscapes. This provides a mix of flat sections and gentle inclines suitable for different activity levels.

