National parks near Furth im Wald, Bavaria
Bavarian Forest National Park is the closest national park to Furth im Wald, Bavaria — 56.2 km (34.9 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 12 min behind the wheel.
Germany’s first national park — continuous mountain forests along the Czech border, part of the Bohemian Forest wilderness.
Bavarian Forest National Park makes a full day trip — leave early. Berchtesgaden National Park, Saxon Switzerland National Park, Hainich National Park, Harz National Park, Triglav National Park, Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Black Forest National Park, Stelvio National Park, and Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park are better with a night booked nearby.
Furth im Wald has a population of about 9,480.
Bavarian Forest National Park
Berchtesgaden National Park
Saxon Switzerland National Park
Hainich National Park
Harz National Park
Triglav National Park
Best time to visit Bavarian Forest National Park. Getting to Bavarian Forest National Park.
National parks near Furth im Wald
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bavarian Forest National Park | 56.2 km (34.9 mi) | 1 hr 12 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Berchtesgaden National Park | 196 km (122 mi) | 3 hr 20 min | Best as a weekend |
| Saxon Switzerland National Park | 204 km (127 mi) | 3 hr 27 min | Best as a weekend |
| Hainich National Park | 260 km (162 mi) | 4 hr 17 min | Best as a weekend |
| Harz National Park | 316 km (197 mi) | 5 hr 6 min | Best as a weekend |
| Triglav National Park | 334 km (208 mi) | 5 hr 22 min | Best as a weekend |
| Kellerwald-Edersee National Park | 343 km (213 mi) | 5 hr 29 min | Best as a weekend |
| Black Forest National Park | 348 km (216 mi) | 5 hr 34 min | Best as a weekend |
| Stelvio National Park | 356 km (221 mi) | 5 hr 41 min | Best as a weekend |
| Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park | 356 km (221 mi) | 5 hr 41 min | Best as a weekend |
When to make this trip
Bavarian Forest National Park is generally best June through September, with May and early October as the quieter shoulder either side.
Late autumn through early spring is cold and wet, with limited hut service and short daylight.
Mountain weather turns quickly and marked routes can stay snow-covered well into June.
Seeing more than one
Several parks near Furth im Wald are close enough to each other to combine on one trip, so the drive from home only has to happen once.
| Pair | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Hainich → Harz | 78.7 km (48.9 mi) | 1 hr 36 min |
| Bavarian Forest → Berchtesgaden | 160 km (99.3 mi) | 2 hr 48 min |
| Bavarian Forest → Saxon Switzerland | 225 km (140 mi) | 3 hr 46 min |
| Saxon Switzerland → Hainich | 263 km (163 mi) | 4 hr 19 min |
Planning a trip from Furth im Wald
Distances here are straight-line and the drive estimate adds a road factor on top, but mountain passes and seasonal closures can change it a lot — a route that looks like three hours in June can be shut entirely in February. Confirm road status with the park before you commit to a date.
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Common questions
What is the closest national park to Furth im Wald?
Bavarian Forest National Park. It is about 56.2 km (34.9 mi) from Furth im Wald, roughly 1 hr 12 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Furth im Wald?
Yes — Bavarian Forest National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Furth im Wald?
10 parks are within reach of Furth im Wald, and 1 of them is close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Furth im Wald?
For Bavarian Forest National Park, the closest one, generally June through September. Either side of that, May and early October stays quieter.