Where is the meeting point

WelcomeCenter at the camper parking Thermenaue, Thermalbadstraße 18, 96476 Bad Rodach. The location is directly at ThermeNatur and is well marked.

How long does the tour take and how demanding is it

About 3.5 hours for around 13 kilometers with about 118 meters elevation. The round is considered easy to moderate and runs on well-maintained paths.

What is the cost of participation

Participation is free and registration is not required.

What equipment is recommended

Sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a drink, and a small snack. Depending on the weather, bring rain or sun protection.

Are there parking options at the meeting point

Yes. There is a paid parking area for 2 euros daily at the spa, as well as a free parking lot about 150 meters below.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible

Due to natural paths and elevation, the trail is only partially suitable. Please direct specific inquiries to guest information in advance.

Discover Bad Rodach: Nature Hike through the Heldritter Switzerland with Guide, Insider Knowledge

Name: Hiking in the Heldritter Switzerland
Start: 2026-01-24T14:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-01-24T17:30:00+01:00
Location: WelcomeCenter am Wohnmobilstellplatz Thermenaue

On a Discovery Tour: The Heldritter Switzerland Calls – Guided for Free!

Experience a nature-rich city tour in the Rodachtal: Local guides lead you for about 13 kilometers through the picturesque Heldritter Switzerland near Bad Rodach – rich in cultural history, spectacular in landscape, and designed as a shared discovery experience.

Route with a View: Market Square, Hunting Castle, Reith and Forest Stage

From the WelcomeCenter at the camper parking Thermenaue, it goes over the historic market square and the baroque-shaped hunting castle towards Reith. The highlight of the nature city tour is the historic Waldbühne Heldritt – a natural stage with history – before the path leads back through the romantic Mühlbachtal to Bad Rodach.

Cultural Enrichment at Every Step

The guided hike combines local history, architectural details, and authentic landscape images. You will hear background stories about Heldritt, the hunting castle, and stage culture as well as insights into Mühlbachtal – a piece of cultural heritage to touch.

Convenient Start: Well Connected, Well Marked

The meeting point is located directly at ThermeNatur (Thermalbadstraße 18). Paid parking is available directly at the spa, and another free parking lot is about 150 meters below. Public transport access is possible via the Coburg region; on-site signage and the WelcomeCenter provide orientation.

Group Pace: 13 km, 118 meters elevation, approx. 3.5 hours

The tour is designed as a pleasant city tour in nature. Sturdy footwear, weather protection, and a small snack are recommended. Participation is free of charge and does not require registration.

Voices of the Visitors

A participant writes on Facebook: 'Great city tour in nature – the Heldritter Switzerland surprised me!'

Conclusion

You can expect a varied round tour with cultural depth – from the city's history to the forest stage. Book time for this discovery experience, lace up your hiking shoes, and enjoy Bad Rodach with new eyes.