Discover Schönwald

Schönwald lies on the Porcelain Route. Porcelain has had a lasting influence on the town and its region; there are also trails for various outdoor activities and a winter sports area nearby. If you are looking for a hotel in Schönwald, it helps to distinguish between places in town, attractions in the surrounding area and other topics in the wider Wunsiedel Im Fichtelgebirge destination.

Hiking trails around Schönwald

There are nine circular routes around Schönwald for hiking, walking, jogging and cycling. This gives you a range of activities to choose from when planning your day. Several hiking trails lead from Schönwald to the 827-metre summit of Großer Kornberg. When planning, you can consider whether a circular route or the summit is more important to you as a hiking destination.

Porcelain and places in Schönwald

Porcelain’s lasting influence adds a cultural perspective on Schönwald and its region to the activities available on the trails. The Brunnenhaus at Sophienquelle is located in Grünauermühle, a district of Schönwald.

Guided tours of the Wald- & Naturfriedhof Fichtelgebirge take place on Thursdays and on the first Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. They do not take place on public holidays, and advance registration is not required. If you are planning your visit around a tour, check the current schedule and public-holiday exceptions with the town.

Winter sports nearby

Near Schönwald, the Kornberg winter sports area offers two downhill runs measuring 700 and 600 metres. The facilities also include floodlighting and a drag lift. This adds a winter sports option to the outdoor activities available in the area. Details may change, so check the latest information before making specific plans.

More topics in the wider Wunsiedel Im Fichtelgebirge destination

The Bavarian section of the Eger Cycle Route is around 55 kilometres long and runs along the Eger through Bad Weißenstadt, Röslau, Marktleuthen, Thierstein, Selb, Hohenberg a.d.E. and Schirnding. On the Czech side, the route continues via Pomezí nad Ohří and Cheb, where it connects to Czech long-distance cycle route No. 6 / Cyklostezka Ohře. The approximate 55-kilometre distance refers to the Bavarian section. For a specific trip, check local notices for temporary closures or diversions.

Mining, geology and granite processing are also topics in the wider Wunsiedel Im Fichtelgebirge destination: the Alte Bergwerk “Kleiner Johannes” in Arzberg focuses on mining and geology. At the Schausteinbruch Häuselloh in Selb, the focus is on quarrying and processing granite; guided tours are available on request. Seasonal opening times and tour arrangements may change. Contact the operator in advance, especially if you are planning a guided tour.

Discover more destinations: Röslau, Schirnding, Marktredwitz, Wunsiedel, Nagel, Thierstein, Tröstau, Weißenstadt.

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