Gnotzheim is a region in the Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen district of Bavaria, Germany, characterized by its rolling hills and diverse landscapes. Situated at the foot of the Spielberg, an outlier of the Franconian Jura, the area is part of the Hahnenkamm region and borders the Franconian Lake District and Altmühl Valley Nature Park. This varied terrain provides a suitable environment for several outdoor sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Gnotzheim offers a…
103
Routes
4.5
(704)
Average rating
3371
People visited

4.6
(54)
187
hikers
19.1km
05:30
450m
450m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(30)
111
hikers
9.45km
02:40
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(9)
48
hikers
12.6km
03:27
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
11
hikers
5.91km
01:39
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(348)
1,263
riders
61.6km
03:25
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(7)
32
riders
39.8km
02:27
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(8)
23
riders
39.1km
02:18
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
12.3km
01:04
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.3
(12)
86
riders
35.9km
02:10
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(10)
49
riders
32.8km
02:03
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(23)
105
riders
45.2km
02:43
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
19
riders
52.0km
03:24
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.5
(2)
43
riders
59.9km
03:21
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

39
riders
104km
05:40
410m
410m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

26
riders
63.4km
02:53
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
riders
39.6km
01:59
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(6)
53
riders
64.6km
03:20
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(125)
711
riders
39.6km
02:02
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
47.6km
02:51
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
6
riders
29.0km
01:42
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

11
runners
11.7km
01:18
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
11.0km
01:14
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
6.93km
00:47
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
runners
7.83km
00:52
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Gnotzheim offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features more than 50 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests.
Gnotzheim's hiking trails often lead through forests and open landscapes, with options for various difficulty levels. The region is part of the Hahnenkamm and features the Hahnenkamm-Erlebnispfad, an interactive nature trail. More details can be found in the Hiking around Gnotzheim guide.
The Hahnenkamm-Erlebnispfad (Hahnenkamm Adventure Trail) is an interactive nature trail suitable for families, allowing visitors to experience nature with all their senses. The varied terrain also includes routes with gentle slopes, which can be suitable for families.
Gnotzheim provides numerous opportunities for cyclists, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. Cyclists can navigate rolling hills on road bikes or explore off-road paths. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Gnotzheim and Cycling around Gnotzheim offer specific routes.
Yes, Gnotzheim offers mountain biking trails. The region's varied terrain supports off-road paths suitable for mountain biking. Specific routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around Gnotzheim guide.
Gnotzheim features several landmarks including Burg Spielberg (Spielberg Castle), the Spielberg mountain, and the 'StreuobstErlebnisLandschaft Gnotzheim' with over 120 old varieties of fruit trees. The area also has historical significance with remnants of a Roman cohort fort.
Gnotzheim is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 29,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's 51 routes have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Gnotzheim, including Hiking around Gnotzheim, MTB Trails around Gnotzheim, Road Cycling Routes around Gnotzheim, and Cycling around Gnotzheim. There are also guides for Gravel biking and Running Trails.
The official website for Gnotzheim is www.gnotzheim.de. This website provides general information about the municipality.
For general inquiries, the administration of Gnotzheim can be contacted through the Verwaltungsgemeinschaft Hahnenkamm at +49 9833 9813-30. The Gnotzheim town hall can be reached at 09833/988180.
Gnotzheim is characterized by rolling hills and diverse landscapes, situated at the foot of the Spielberg mountain. The terrain includes both gentle slopes and more challenging ascents, offering varied experiences for hikers and cyclists.
Yes, Gnotzheim is located within the Hahnenkamm region and is associated with the Fränkisches Seenland (Franconian Lake District) and the Naturpark Altmühltal (Altmühl Valley Nature Park). It is also part of the Geopark Ries.

