· National
· FGW
Strenuous
Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4
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83.6 km
Distance
⏱
20h 49min
Est. duration
⛰
Strenuous
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
[Weg 1009] Fränkischer Gebirgsweg: Zedersitz-Bischofsgrün
Covering 83.6 km, this is a true long-distance trail best approached as a multi-day journey through varied terrain.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start. The trail is officially waymarked as FGW, so look out for the trail markers along the way.
This route is part of the National Walking Network (NWN) — a flagship trail maintained to national standards, often following scenic or historically significant corridors.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Zedersitz
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Finish
· Bischofsgrün
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 hiking route?
Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 is 83.6 km long.
How much time should I allow for Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4?
Most walkers allow around 20h 49min for Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 at a comfortable pace.
Is Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 a circular or linear route?
Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Zedersitz to Bischofsgrün. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 start?
Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 starts at Zedersitz.
Is Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 suitable for beginners?
Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 is best suited to experienced, fit hikers. It is not suitable for beginners.
Who maintains the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 trail?
Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 is maintained and managed by Frankenwaldverein, Fichtelgebirgsverein, Fränkische-Schweiz-Verein, Fränkischer Albverein.
Is Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 part of a larger trail network?
Yes, Fränkischer Gebirgsweg Teil 4 is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), connecting this route to a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.