Circular hiking trail around the "Großer Arbersee"

Circular hiking trail around the "Großer Arbersee" (Martine Ernst)

The "Großer Arbersee" is one of the most popular destination in the ARBERLAND BAYERISCHER WALD. The redesigned circuit around the lake attracts the older generation and people with limited mobility as well as families with children or prams.

In 1939 the "Großer Arbersee"  with its "floating islands", the impressive "Arberseewand" and the adjoining mixed mountain forests with an area of 157 ha has been declared a nature reserve. 

The visitor guidance measure was established in close cooperation with the House of Hohenzollern, the Bavarian State Forests, the Lower and Higher Nature Conservation Authorities, the Nature Conservation Associations and the Bavarian Forest Nature Park and implemented by the Arber Mountain Railway. 

The "Arberseerundweg" offers a variety of nature adventures as well as the opportunity to experience one of Lower Bavaria's most valuable nature reserves with little barriers. 

The circular route is about 1.7 km long. 

Information about Accessibility

Barrier-free information

Short Report as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For more details, please see the test report at the end of the text.

  • There are two parking spaces for people with disabilities.
  • The circular hiking trail around the large Arbersee lake is approx. 1.7 km long.
  • The hiking trail is at least 200 cm wide throughout. 
  • The hiking trail is stepless and easy to walk and drive on. The exception is a step with a height of 7 cm.
  • The maximum longitudinal gradient is 20% over a maximum length of 45 m.
  • The clear width next to obstacles/frame barriers/barriers is at least 70 cm. 
  • The hiking trail is car-free. A road only needs to be crossed on the way from the parking lot to the circular hiking trail.
  • Seating is available at 500 m intervals.
  • The trail is not signposted.
  • Five information boards along the circular trail provide interesting facts and special features of the nature reserve. The information boards can be seen, read, perceived or recognized while seated.
  • The Arberseehaus offers refreshment stops. There are also public toilets for people with disabilities.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For more details, please see the test report at the end of the text. 

  • The circular trail is 1.7 km long.
  • The circular trail is car-free.
  • If it is necessary to cross a road used by vehicles, this is secured accordingly.
  • Handrails are provided at steep sections. Embankments are present and secured.
  • Five information boards along the circular trail provide interesting facts and special features of the nature reserve. The information is available in written form. The information is not provided in German sign language.
  • There are no adjustable listening stations, audio induction systems etc. available.
  • The Arberseehaus offers refreshments. Public toilets for people with disabilities are also available there.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For more details, please see the test report at the end of the text.

  • Assistance dogs are welcome. 
  • The circular trail is approx. 1.7 km long.
  • The sides of the path are predominantly tactile and easy to perceive.
  • The path boundaries are predominantly visually rich in contrast.
  • The circular path is at least 200 cm wide.
  • Handrails are provided at steep sections. Slopes are present and secured.
  • The circular hiking trail is car-free, it is not designated for cyclists, skaters etc. or horse riders.
  • It is not necessary to cross a road used by motor vehicles on the circular trail.
  • The trail is not signposted.
  • Five information boards along the circular trail provide interesting facts and special features of the nature reserve. The information is provided in written form. The information is not provided acoustically or tactilely (Braille, prismatic writing).
  • The Arberseehaus offers refreshment stops. There are also public toilets for people with disabilities.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For more details, please see the test report at the end of the text. 

  • The circular hiking trail is approx. 1.7 km long.
  • There are seats available at a distance of at least 400 m.
  • Handrails are available at sloping places. Embankments exist and are secured.
  • The circular hiking trail is car-free, it is not designated for cyclists, skaters, riders, etc.
  • No crossing of a road with motor vehicles is necessary on the circular hiking trail.
  • The trail is signposted. There are no path signs at a visible distance.
  • Along the circular trail, five information boards provide information about the nature reserve and its special features. The information is available in written form. There is no information available in easy language.
  • The "Arberseehaus" offers the possibility to stop for refreshments. There are also public toilets for people with disabilities.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

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Circular hiking trail around the Circular hiking trail around the "Großer Arbersee" (Martine Ernst)
Circular hiking trail around the Circular hiking trail around the "Großer Arbersee" (Martine Ernst)
Circular hiking trail around the Circular hiking trail around the "Großer Arbersee" (Martine Ernst)
Circular hiking trail around the Circular hiking trail around the "Großer Arbersee" (Martine Ernst)
Circular hiking trail around the Circular hiking trail around the "Großer Arbersee" (Martine Ernst)
Circular hiking trail around the Circular hiking trail around the "Großer Arbersee" (Martine Ernst)
Viewing platform Großer Arbersee Viewing platform Großer Arbersee (Martine Ernst)