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Goldsteig

Germany · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 54/100

At a glance

CountriesGermany
ContinentEurope
RegionBavarian Forest and Upper Palatinate
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length660 km
Typical duration30 days
Difficulty3/5 (Moderate)
Max altitude1456 m
Best seasonMay-Oct
StartMarktredwitz
EndPassau
Permit / guideno
Special gearnone

Score

54/100
Scenery
22/35
Fame
9/25
Uniqueness
10/20
Logistics
13/20

Long low-mountain traverse to the Danube along the Czech border; quiet forest walking, sparse fame abroad

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

660 km combined north and south routes; max altitude Grosser Arber 1456 m

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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