Best backpacking trails in Dietfurt an der Altmühl

This route follows stage 12 of the certified "Jurasteig" premium trail, connecting Dietfurt an der Altmühl with Riedenburg on a challenging yet visually spectacular section. As the longest stage of the entire Jurasteig, the path runs parallel to the famous Altmühltal-Panoramaweg starting from the Roßkopf Plateau. Beginning in Dietfurt, the route leads past Mühlbach and Meihern—offering views of the imposing Flügelsberg cliffs, a well-known nesting site for peregrine falcons—before ascending...

This route is stage 13 of the Altmühltal-Panoramaweg, a long-distance trail in Bavaria. This section leads from Griesstetten (Dietfurt) to Riedenburg. The path initially follows the Main-Danube Canal before climbing a forested ridge via the Rosskopfsteig, offering expansive valley views. After passing the majestic Eggersberg Castle, a steep ascent leads to the Teufelsfelsen (Devil's Rock) for spectacular scenery before descending into Riedenburg. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses...

[Trail 1010_15] (515) Circular hiking trail: Haaser Leite - Breitenbrunn - Erggertshofen - Dietfurt an der Altmühl

Idyllic pleasure trail in the Altmühltal Nature Park On paths and forest roads through the Altmühltal Nature Park, the Laber and Sulz valleys and through beautiful Alb plateaus, forests and open corridors. Highlights: - Chapels - Pilgrimage church with Sebastian's spring Breitenbrunn - Water buffalo breeding - Plankstetten Benedictine Abbey

Scenic route section in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria From the historic town centre of Dietfurt, you follow the idyllic course of the Weiße Laber and finally the Wissinger Laber. The route continues via Breitenbrunn and Dürn across open fields and shady forests. At the Erbmühle mill you meet the Weiße Laber again. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Limestone terraces - Pilgrimage church of St Sebastian - Water buffalo breeding