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Bavaria
Upper Franconia
Franconian Switzerland
Landkreis Bayreuth
Fichtelberg

View of Fichtelsee – Fichtel Lake loop from Fichtelberg

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Germany
Bavaria
Upper Franconia
Franconian Switzerland
Landkreis Bayreuth
Fichtelberg

View of Fichtelsee – Fichtel Lake loop from Fichtelberg

Moderate

4.7

(21)

61

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View of Fichtelsee – Fichtel Lake loop from Fichtelberg

02:26

8.46km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

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Naturpark Fichtelgebirge

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Bus stop

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300 m

View of Fichtelsee

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From here you have a wonderful view of the Fichtelsee. It is so popular with guests and locals because of its idyllic location. The Fichtelsee offers a picturesque backdrop for walks, hikes and nature observation.

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519 m

Pavilion at Fichtelsee

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New wooden pavilion at Fichtelsee, which can be reached via a bridge.

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545 m

Wooden bridge over the Fichtelsee

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Two new arch bridges were erected at Fichtelsee in September 2021. They replace the two dilapidated wooden buildings that stood here before. If you stand on the bridge, you have a wonderful view over the lake to the Schneeberg.

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641 m

Waldhotel at Fichtelsee

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Very nice restaurant which is beautifully situated on the Fichtelsee. The food is good and the price is reasonable for the location.

There are various events throughout the year. It's best to have a look at the website am-fichtelsee.de

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739 m

Fichtel Lake

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10.5 hectare, artificially created storage pond, natural outdoor pool and with its surrounding facilities such as boating, lawn, children's playground, sports fields and circular trails a popular recreational area.

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1.18 km

Fichtelsee Moor Nature Reserve

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Always highly recommended

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3.89 km

Platte Summit (885 m) – Granite Blockfield Viewpoint

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The view of these many granite stones also impresses locals again and again. One tip is to enjoy the view at sunrise.

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7.62 km

Fichtelsee dam and gauge house

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Beautiful narrow path along the water and over wooden bridges.

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8.46 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.63 km

3.38 km

398 m

Surfaces

3.94 km

2.59 km

1.00 km

778 m

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Highest point (860 m)

Lowest point (740 m)

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