Schmidmühlen is a region in the district of Amberg-Sulzbach, Germany, characterized by its rolling hills, extensive forests, and the scenic Vils and Lauterach river valleys. This diverse landscape provides a varied environment for outdoor activities. The area's natural features, including its position at the foot of the Hirschwald Nature Park, make it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Schmidmühlen offers a wide range of outdoor activities, with…
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4.8
(81)
416
riders
40.9km
02:28
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.6km
01:03
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.5km
02:37
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.8km
02:21
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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103
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52.7km
04:00
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.2km
02:57
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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46.8km
03:56
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.7
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91
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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50.0km
02:04
220m
220m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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31
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41.2km
01:49
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.0km
02:03
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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51
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48
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18.6km
05:04
260m
260m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
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8.70km
02:21
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
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13.4km
03:44
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36
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79.9km
04:58
1,050m
1,050m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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46
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35.0km
02:03
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.9km
01:58
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
runners
9.28km
00:58
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.0km
02:16
170m
170m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.58km
00:35
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.3km
01:07
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Schmidmühlen provides diverse opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features over 140 routes, with an average rating of 4.62 stars from more than 10,000 visitors.
Hiking trails in Schmidmühlen range from easy paths along the Vils River to more challenging ascents in the Hirschwald Nature Park. Sections of the long-distance Jurasteig trail also pass through the area, offering varied terrain and scenic views. For more options, explore Hiking around Schmidmühlen.
Schmidmühlen offers numerous touring cycling routes, often following the Vils and Lauterach river valleys. These routes provide scenic rides through the landscape. Information on routes can be found in the Cycling around Schmidmühlen guide.
Yes, Schmidmühlen features mountain biking trails that utilize the region's hilly terrain and forests. Routes vary in difficulty, catering to different skill levels. Specific trails are detailed in the MTB Trails around Schmidmühlen guide.
Schmidmühlen offers easy paths suitable for beginners and families, particularly along the Vils River. These routes provide a gentle introduction to the region's natural beauty without significant elevation changes. The diverse landscape ensures options for various fitness levels.
The region is characterized by the Vils and Lauterach rivers, rolling hills, and extensive forests. Notable features include the Hirschwald Nature Park, impressive rock formations along the Vils valley, and viewpoints like the "Kleiner Kapellenberg." Historical sites such as the Wolfstein castle ruins are also present.
Yes, the renowned Jurasteig, a long-distance hiking trail spanning approximately 140 miles (230 km), includes sections that wind through the Schmidmühlen area. This trail features river valleys, striking rock formations, and scenic views of the Bavarian Jura.
Schmidmühlen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 10,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars across over 1,200 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Schmidmühlen, including Hiking around Schmidmühlen, Cycling around Schmidmühlen, MTB Trails around Schmidmühlen, and Road Cycling Routes around Schmidmühlen.
The spring and autumn seasons are particularly appealing for outdoor activities in Schmidmühlen. Spring brings an abundance of wildflowers and awakening nature, while autumn offers vibrant foliage, especially within the Hirschwald Nature Park.
Schmidmühlen provides various road cycling routes that traverse its diverse landscape, including scenic roads through rolling hills and river valleys. Cyclists can find suitable routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Schmidmühlen guide.
For official inquiries or further information about the region, the Schmidmühlen municipality can be reached via their official website at www.schmidmuehlen.de or by phone at +49 9474 9403-0.

