Blaibacher Lake is a reservoir in the Bavarian Forest, formed by a dam on the Schwarzer Regen river. This approximately 1.9 miles (3 km) long and up to 984 feet (300 m) wide body of water is surrounded by dense forests and rolling hills, characteristic of the region's natural landscape. The area provides a diverse environment for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
The Blaibacher Lake region offers…
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12.4km
03:19
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:14
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.4km
01:49
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:49
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:07
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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02:08
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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01:05
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:35
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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51
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11.4km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:54
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:53
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6.15km
02:31
290m
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Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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04:21
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Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10.6km
04:00
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Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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13.2km
05:04
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Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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34.2km
02:00
300m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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118km
06:26
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:56
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Blaibacher Lake is a reservoir located in the Bavarian Forest, formed by a dam on the Schwarzer Regen river. It is approximately 1.9 miles (3 km) long and up to 984 feet (300 m) wide, serving as a popular local recreation area.
The Blaibacher Lake region offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The area features 10 routes across these sports.
Yes, the region provides well-signposted trails suitable for various fitness levels, including easy options. Specific routes can be found in guides such as Easy hikes around Blaibacher Lake.
The Blaibacher Lake is situated on the Lamer-Winkel-Arber-Radweg and is also part of the Regental cycle route. Numerous marked bike trails are available, with options for touring, mountain biking, and road cycling. More information is available in the Cycling around Blaibacher Lake guide.
Yes, the region offers mountain biking opportunities with diverse terrain. The nearby Bavarian Forest National Park has more than 124 miles (200 km) of paths, some suitable for mountain bikers. Consult the MTB Trails around Blaibacher Lake guide for specific routes.
The Blaibacher Lake area includes routes where dogs are welcome. Hikers can find suitable trails by consulting resources like the Dog-friendly hikes around Blaibacher Lake guide.
Komoot offers several guides for the Blaibacher Lake region, including Easy hikes around Blaibacher Lake, Dog-friendly hikes around Blaibacher Lake, and Cycling around Blaibacher Lake. Guides for MTB, road cycling, and running are also available.
Blaibacher Lake is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 265,000 visitors having explored the region. The available routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 65,000 ratings.
The region features dense forests, rolling hills, and the tranquil waters of the lake itself. The nearby Höllensteinsee and the valley of the Schwarzer Regen river offer scenic views. A fish ladder, built in 2011, is also present.
Yes, some hiking routes in the Blaibacher Lake area are accessible via public transport. Information on these routes can be found in the Hikes from bus stations around Blaibacher Lake guide.
The Blaibacher Lake region is appealing throughout the year. It is particularly beautiful in autumn when the foliage displays vibrant colors, and in winter, it transforms into a snowy landscape suitable for ice skating and Bavarian curling.
For additional information about the Blaibacher Lake region, the official website is www.blaibach.de. The Tourist-Information Blaibach can be reached at +49 9941 945013.

