· Regional
Strenuous
Hirschaid - Spies
📏
69.2 km
Distance
⏱
17h 13min
Est. duration
⛰
Strenuous
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
[Weg 1030] Zielwanderweg: Hirschaid - Kalteneggolsberg - Heiligenstadt - Draisendorf - Siegritzberg - Waischenfeld - Weidmanngesees - Pottenstein - Hüll - Betzenstein - Spies
Covering 69.2 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.
A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.
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Waypoints
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· Hirschaid
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Finish
· Spies
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it to walk Hirschaid - Spies?
Hirschaid - Spies covers a distance of 69.2 km.
How long does it take to walk Hirschaid - Spies?
At an average walking pace, Hirschaid - Spies takes approximately 17h 13min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Hirschaid - Spies?
No — Hirschaid - Spies is a one-way trail. It runs from Hirschaid to Spies. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Hirschaid - Spies?
You can begin Hirschaid - Spies at Hirschaid.
How difficult is Hirschaid - Spies?
Hirschaid - Spies is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.
Who maintains the Hirschaid - Spies trail?
Hirschaid - Spies is maintained and managed by Fränkische Schweiz Verein.