A circular route that combines an elevation figure with named landscape features gives Bernhardswald a specific hiking connection: it passes Langbuckel, listed at 510 m, and goes by Steinbrünnl and the Mühlgräben. Other routes focus on different themes, from natural monuments and distinctive landscape features to castle ruins. The story associated with the Jägermarter memorial is another point of interest.
Hiking among landscape features and castle ruins
The Bernhardswald circular route passes Langbuckel, Steinbrünnl and the Mühlgräben. The elevation figure of 510 m refers to Langbuckel. Those who choose a tour by its named points will find both this elevation figure and two other distinctive trail features here.
The Hauzenstein circular route and the Adlmannstein Trail explore the idyllic Bernhardswald foothills and lead to natural monuments and distinctive landscape features. The Donaustauf Castle Trail follows a different route: it runs through the municipality of Bernhardswald and, marked with a knight symbol, leads to various castle ruins. This makes it possible to choose between routes based on the desired theme—landscape features and natural monuments on the one hand, castle ruins on the other.
There are designated hiking trails in the municipality; in winter, cross-country ski trails are groomed. The trails add a distinct winter activity to the seasonal options. When choosing when to travel, you can therefore decide whether hiking or cross-country skiing should be the focus, without treating the two activities as interchangeable.
The story associated with the Jägermarter memorial
The Jägermarter memorial is associated with a story dating back to the late 18th century: a hunting assistant is said to have shot his superior in order to take his position. This story gives the place a historical connection of its own, alongside the themes of hiking and landscape. Visitors interested in local stories passed down through the generations will find a specific point of interest here.
Public transport information
RVV bus route 34 serves the Landgasthaus Lingauer stop. Check the latest timetables and service information before travelling so you can plan your journey using the current service.
More cultural and natural attractions in the Regensburg destination
In the Regensburg destination, the Walhalla above the Danube offers a distinctive cultural and historical experience. Since 1842, this Neoclassical memorial and hall of fame has honoured notable Germans and figures associated with German history through marble busts and commemorative plaques. Outside, the building is defined by a Doric design with 52 columns. From the bus stop to the Walhalla, the walk takes about 20 minutes and involves 358 steps; check the route conditions before your visit.
Travel on the Danube is also seasonal: from Easter to October, passenger boats operated by Klinger and Wurm & Noé run from Regensburg’s Stone Bridge to the foot of the Walhalla. As the stated period defines the season, it is advisable to check the specific operating dates before planning.
The Nepal Himalaya Park in Wiesent offers a different experience in the Regensburg destination. The nine-hectare site combines Asian culture and nature, with a Nepalese temple, a diverse perennial garden and numerous Asian works of art. The park also features a Himalayan garden and a Chinese garden, as well as more than 6,200 different plant species. Wolfsegg Castle, meanwhile, is one of the best-preserved castle complexes in the region. Alongside the Walhalla, the Regensburg destination therefore offers garden art and a historic castle complex as distinct themes to explore.
Discover more destinations: Bach An Der Donau, Obertraubling, Beratzhausen, Pfatter, Barbing, Pentling, Wenzenbach, Alteglofsheim
For the main travel overview: Regensburg.
