Bad Steben, a region in the Franconian Forest, is characterized by its rolling hills, dense forests, and river courses. This landscape provides varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The area offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more, set against a backdrop of natural features such as the Höllental nature reserve and the Green Belt.
Bad Steben offers a wide range of outdoor activities, with more than 500 routes…
146
Routes
4.5
(2129)
Average rating
10061
People visited

4.6
(110)
350
riders
34.1km
02:17
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(98)
339
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(59)
262
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(48)
200
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.7
(130)
600
hikers
6.91km
01:53
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(95)
305
hikers
17.3km
04:57
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(74)
212
hikers
12.6km
03:34
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
(84)
293
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(26)
73
riders
34.4km
02:59
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
(31)
67
riders
37.5km
02:21
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(17)
53
riders
45.0km
03:46
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
(16)
55
riders
21.4km
01:41
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.7
(6)
96
riders
63.1km
02:59
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(6)
89
riders
52.8km
02:35
540m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
35
riders
87.7km
04:22
1,300m
1,300m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
36
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
(3)
59
runners
6.91km
00:51
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

54
runners
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
54
runners
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
37
runners
8.48km
00:58
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(10)
34
riders
60.3km
04:03
960m
960m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
13
riders
16.8km
00:59
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
9
riders
51.9km
03:32
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bad Steben offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, road cycling, and gravel biking. The region has 534 routes available, with an average rating of 4.57 stars from over 10,000 ratings.
Bad Steben is a hiking hub in the Franconian Forest, featuring 235 hiking routes. Several long-distance trails like the Frankenweg and Rennsteig converge here. The region offers routes from leisurely walks to challenging mountain tours, as detailed in the guide Hiking around Bad Steben.
The Höllental nature reserve is a deep gorge carved by the Selbitz River, featuring dramatic landscapes and historical bridges like the Teufelssteg. It offers approximately 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) of hiking trails, including an adventure trail with information on history and geology.
Yes, Bad Steben offers family-friendly hiking options. The region includes themed trails like the "Adventure Trail" designed for families. Specific routes can be found in the guide Family-friendly hikes around Bad Steben.
Bad Steben provides easy hiking trails suitable for beginners and those seeking leisurely walks. The Spa Park, a 40-hectare historical monument, offers a setting for walking. More options are available in the guide Easy hikes around Bad Steben.
Bad Steben offers a variety of routes for touring, mountain biking, and road cycling. The Frankenwald cycling route passes through the area, providing picturesque views and diverse terrain. Cycling options are detailed in the guide Cycling around Bad Steben.
Yes, Bad Steben features mountain biking trails suitable for various skill levels. E-bikes and mountain e-bikes are available for rent in the region. Specific routes can be explored in the guide MTB Trails around Bad Steben.
Bad Steben offers dog-friendly hiking trails. The natural environment provides suitable conditions for walks with dogs. Information on specific routes can be found in the guide Dog-friendly hikes around Bad Steben.
The Green Belt is the former inner-German border strip that has transformed into a unique biotope and a German national natural heritage site. It offers opportunities to hike through undisturbed nature and discover rare plant and animal species.
Komoot offers several guides for Bad Steben, including those for Hiking around Bad Steben, Family-friendly hikes around Bad Steben, and Cycling around Bad Steben. Guides also cover easy hikes, traffic-free bike rides, MTB trails, running trails, road cycling, and dog-friendly hikes.
Bad Steben is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 52,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the region have received over 10,000 ratings, averaging 4.57 out of 5 stars.
Information regarding hikes accessible from bus stations in the Bad Steben area is available. The guide Hikes from bus stations around Bad Steben provides details on these routes.
The official website for Bad Steben is www.bad-steben.de. It provides further information on the region's offerings and services.

