Nature Reserve Guide
Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese is a nature reserve located northeast of Eslarn in Bavaria, Germany, within the Naturpark Nördlicher Oberpfälzer Wald. This area encompasses approximately 172 hectares of wetland habitat, characterized by wet meadows, transitional bogs, and carr forests. The landscape, shaped by historical human activity and subsequent conservation efforts, provides diverse ecosystems. While the core reserve has restricted access, designated paths and the broader nature park offer opportunities for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and…
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52.7km
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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50.3km
04:00
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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01:48
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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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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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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19.8km
05:29
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27.5km
01:42
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:19
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:26
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese is a nature reserve located northeast of Eslarn in Bavaria, Germany. It is recognized as a Fauna-Flora-Habitat (FFH) and EU Bird Protection Area, encompassing approximately 172 hectares of wetland habitat. The area is known for its diverse ecosystems, including wet meadows and transitional bogs, which support a rich array of disturbance-sensitive species.
The broader Naturpark Nördlicher Oberpfälzer Wald, which includes Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese, offers various outdoor activities. These include Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. Komoot features 93 routes across these sports.
Yes, the region around Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese offers several road cycling routes. A popular option is the Holy Trinity Church Waidhaus – Bockl Cycle Path loop from Eslarn, a moderate route of about 33.3 miles [53.7 km]. More road cycling options can be found in the Road Cycling Routes in Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese guide.
Mountain biking is a popular activity in the surrounding Naturpark Nördlicher Oberpfälzer Wald. The Seven Islands Pond – Old Mill Gehenhammer loop from Eslarn is a moderate trail spanning approximately 31.2 miles [50.3 km]. For more options, consult the MTB Trails in Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese guide.
Yes, there are easy hiking trails available. The St. Emmeram's Church (Waidhaus) – Dufthang Herb and Scent Garden loop from Waidhaus is an easy route of about 2.5 miles [4.1 km]. Additional easy routes are listed in the Easy hikes in Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese guide.
Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese is a biodiversity hotspot, particularly for disturbance-sensitive species. It is a critical area for bird species such as the snipe, red-backed shrike, and whinchat. The reserve also hosts a large number of dragonflies, butterflies, and beetles.
Komoot users have shared more than 90 routes in the Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese region. These routes have received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 150 ratings. More than 600 visitors have explored the area using komoot.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese area. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, Hiking, and Gravel biking.
Official information regarding the Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese nature reserve can be found on the website of the Regierung der Oberpfalz. The official website is www.regierung.oberpfalz.bayern.de.
The landscape of Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese was shaped by human activity centuries ago, including the damming of the Katharinenbach stream in the 14th century to create the Pfrentschweiher pond. After its abandonment and subsequent drainage, the area was brought under protection in the 1980s. Conservation measures have since restored and improved the wetland habitats.
Direct entry into the core of the Torflohe Und Pfrentschwiese nature reserve is prohibited. This restriction is due to the presence of disturbance-sensitive species and the risk of sinking in the terrain. However, a designated path along its western edge is accessible for visitors.

