Nature Reserve Guide
Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing is a significant nature reserve in the Upper Palatinate, characterized by the expansive river valley and floodplain of the Regen river. This dynamic landscape features a rich mosaic of ponds, wetlands, and vast greenlands, making it a biodiversity hotspot. The area's diverse terrain provides varied opportunities for outdoor activities, including several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
The Regentalaue zwischen Cham…
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4.8
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52.3km
03:11
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.7km
02:01
120m
120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.1km
01:28
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.8km
02:39
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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51.0km
02:17
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260m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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38.3km
01:43
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190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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56.5km
02:49
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720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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39.7km
03:12
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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45.5km
04:02
960m
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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52.0km
02:53
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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35.3km
02:41
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500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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6.88km
01:45
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.40km
01:23
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.7km
02:44
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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83
runners
8.47km
00:53
20m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.3km
02:06
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.70km
00:54
20m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28.5km
01:44
290m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.2km
02:36
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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56.2km
03:49
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
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37.7km
02:25
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The area features diverse landscapes suitable for different skill levels.
Popular touring cycling routes include the 'Pullinger Lake and Dam – Satzdorf Lake loop from Cham (Oberpf)', which is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km) long. Another option is the 'Danube-Regen Cycle Path – View of Altrandsberg Castle loop from Cham (Oberpf)', spanning approximately 28.4 miles (45.8 km). More routes can be found in the Cycling around Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing guide.
Yes, the reserve offers easy hiking trails, some of which are suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. An example is the 'St. James Parish Church, Cham – Cham Market Square loop from Cham', which is about 3.4 miles (5.4 km) long. The 'Laichstätt – Rötelseeweiher Nature Reserve loop from Michelsdorf' is another easy option at approximately 4.3 miles (6.9 km). For more options, consult the Easy hikes around Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing guide.
The nature reserve is characterized by the Regen river valley and its floodplain, featuring a mosaic of ponds like Rötelseeweiher, Angerweiher, and Lettenweiher. It also includes wetlands, carr forests of alder and willow, and vast greenlands. An observation tower near Untertraubenbach offers panoramic views.
The Regental-Radweg (Regental Cycle Path) traverses the Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing area. Parts of this cycle path utilize a former railway line, providing a smooth and scenic route for touring and road cycling. It offers excellent conditions for exploring the region by bike.
Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing is a significant biodiversity hotspot. It is home to over 1,000 animal species and more than 600 plant species. The reserve is particularly known as an internationally important bird area, with 293 documented bird species, including several endangered breeding birds.
Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having explored routes in the area. There are 109 routes available, which have received over 950 ratings, averaging 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Yes, mountain biking is a popular activity in the broader Landkreis Cham area, which includes the Regentalaue. Trails like the 'View of Buchberg – Luitpold Tower loop from Cham (Oberpf)', approximately 24.7 miles (39.8 km) long, are available. More options can be found in the MTB Trails around Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing guide.
Visitors to Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing can discover historical and cultural points of interest. These include Schloss Thierlstein and the St. Martin church in Untertraubenbach. These sites offer insights into the region's heritage.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Cycling around Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing, MTB Trails around Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing, and Easy hikes around Regentalaue zwischen Cham und Pösing. There are also guides for road cycling, running, hiking, gravel biking, and general attractions.
Information about the nature reserve can be found through the Naturpark Oberer Bayerischer Wald, a key organization responsible for the area. Their website is https://www.bayerischer-wald.org. For specific inquiries related to meadow bird protection, an email can be sent to info@naturpark-obw.de.
Yes, the region offers challenging road cycling routes. An example is the 'Reichenbach Monastery on the Regen – The Regen River at Marienthal loop from Cham (Oberpf)', which covers approximately 80.0 miles (128.7 km). Another difficult route is the 'Ascent to the Scheiben – Great Arber Lake loop from Pösing', spanning about 82.7 miles (133.1 km).

