Bernhardswald: Forest foothill trails and historic traces

Explore Bernhardswald via its trails, natural monuments and historic traces. The Bernhardswald circular trail passes Langbuckel, whose elevation is given as 510 m, and also goes by Steinbrünnl and the Mühlgräben. Other trails and seasonal cross-country ski tracks offer their own highlights; the account of the Jägermarter memorial site adds a historical story.

Trails, natural monuments and winter ski tracks

The Bernhardswald circular trail gives Langbuckel’s elevation as 510 m; Steinbrünnl and the Mühlgräben are also along its route. Other hiking options include the Hauzensteinweg and the Adlmannsteinweg. Both explore the peaceful forest foothills of Bernhardswald and lead to natural monuments and distinctive landscape features. You can therefore choose between a circular trail with named stops and other routes through the forest foothills.

The municipality has designated hiking trails, and cross-country ski tracks are groomed in winter. When planning your travel dates, the distinction between hiking trails and the seasonal cross-country skiing options can also serve as a useful guide.

Historic traces and castle trails

The Jägermarter memorial site is linked to a story passed down over time: in the late 18th century, a hunting assistant is said to have shot his superior in order to take his position. The story adds a distinctive historical note to the nature and hiking options.

The Donaustauf Castle Trail also runs through the municipality of Bernhardswald. Marked with a knight symbol, it leads to several castle ruins. Those interested in castles will find another theme to explore when planning their routes, alongside the local natural monuments.

Getting there and accommodation

RVV line 34 serves the Landgasthaus Lingauer stop. Check the latest service information before travelling. For more ideas, you can also explore the wider Regensburg destination.

More to explore in the wider Regensburg destination

Walhalla is one of Germany’s major Neoclassical buildings. Its exterior is in the Doric style and includes 52 columns. Since 1842, the Hall of Remembrance and Honour has commemorated notable Germans and people connected with German history through marble busts and memorial plaques. From the bus stop, it is about a 20-minute walk to Walhalla via 358 steps; check the current path conditions in advance.

From Easter to October, passenger boats operated by Klinger and Wurm & Noé run on the Danube from Regensburg’s Stone Bridge to the foot of Walhalla. As this is a seasonal service, check the current operating days before travelling.

The nine-hectare Nepal-Himalaya Park in Wiesent offers another combination of nature and culture. Its features include a Nepalese temple, a diverse perennial garden and numerous Asian works of art. The park also has a Himalayan garden and a Chinese garden, as well as more than 6,200 different plant species.

Dream Alpakas offers guided alpaca hikes, also known as alpaca trekking, from its alpaca farm in Altenthann. Confirm availability before booking. In Bach an der Donau, the wine trail belonging to the Baierwein Museum is accessible at all times; it shares information about the past and present of Baierwein and introduces the Weißer Elbling grape variety.

Discover more destinations: Kallmünz, Brunn, Neutraubling, Alteglofsheim, Wenzenbach, Wörth An Der Donau, Nittendorf, Donaustauf.

To the wider travel overview: Regensburg.