Best trails near Pottensteiner Wand
4.2(143 reviews)
Pottensteiner Wand: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 8 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Pottensteiner Wand: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Pottensteiner Wand are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (81)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrOfficial circular hiking trail near Pottenstein in Bavaria. The Pottenstein circular hiking trail, also known as the romantic tour, inspires with beautiful landscapes, idyll and tranquility. This route from Potterstein first leads along the Püttlach for almost 9 kilometers. The trail marker here is a red cross on a white background. Later it follows another trail marker, a blue vertical bar. The starting point, Pottenstein, is a state-approved climatic health resort. With Pottenstein Castle...
- 4.7 (16)·Easy·5.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrVaried hiking trail in Pottenstein, Bavaria. This beautiful circular hiking trail starts in Pottenstein and offers a great opportunity to explore Pottenstein Castle right there. Via the Hasenlochhöhle cave and the forest temple, you also pass the Hofmannskapelle chapel. Highlights of the tour: - Pottenstein Castle with castle museum - Accessible by bus - Pottenstein adventure rock - Schöngrundsee lake - Large rabbit hole - Forest temple
- 4.0 (12)·Moderate·14.5 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular and scenic circular hike in Franconian Switzerland. This idyllic circular walk starts in Pottenstein and leads through the Püttlachtal valley. You can take a break at the Hollenberg castle ruins and enjoy the view. You return to the starting point of the tour via the "Himmelsleiter" observation tower. Highlights: - Hollenberg castle ruins - "Himmelsleiter" observation tower - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.4 (7)·Moderate·15.9 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried circular trail in Franconian Switzerland, near Pottenstein, Bavaria. This long and varied circular trail really has a lot to offer: it leads to the impressive stalactite cave "Teufelshöhle". The "Felsenbad" outdoor pool and a summer toboggan run are also in the immediate vicinity. Highlights: - "Devil's Cave" stalactite cave (www.teufelshoehle.de) - Outdoor pool "Felsenbad" (www.felsenbad.eu) - Summer toboggan run (www.sommerrodelbahnen-pottenstein.de)
- 4.4 (19)·Hard·15.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park, Bavaria. This 15-kilometre route leads from Pottenstein - primarily known for its castle, which is one of the oldest castles in Franconian Switzerland - through the Püttlachtal valley. Time and again, you come across interesting rock formations and caves along the way. On the Schlossberg hill near Hollenberg, there are also other imposing remains of walls: the ruins of the late medieval Hollenberg...
- 4.8 (5)·Moderate·4.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis is a very scenic hike that begins with an ascent to two viewpoints with marvellous views of Pottenstein. You follow the Elisabeth Trail to the Himmelsleiter observation tower. From there, follow a path along a cornfield down the hill to Schöngrundsee lake. Take the access path on the north side of the lake, which leads directly to the Devil's Cave. A 45-minute tour through the cave costs 5 euros.
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·17.1 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrBeautiful nature route in Paüttlachtal, Bavaria. This trail leads through the Püttlachtal valley in Franconian Switzerland without any major inclines. The path follows the river of the same name and passes beautiful rock formations, meadows, shady forest sections and old mills. The hike is accompanied by the babbling of the water and the sight of the towering limestone cliffs that line the valley. With a bit of luck, you may spot rare birds such as the dipper or...
- 2.3 (2)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis is the second part of the circular hike from Pottenstein to Teufelshohle (1) and back (2). After leaving Teufelshöhle, take the path that leads to Entenstein and then walk down the hill and along Jägerstieg 1 back to the other side. This path leads past some very interesting rock formations and to a viewpoint. From there, you make your way to Elbersberg, where you take the Way of St James back to Pottenstein. Almost back to the Himmelsleiter, turn right onto a path that leads to the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Pottensteiner Wand?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Pottensteiner Wand. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Pottensteiner Wand?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Pottensteiner Wand is Pottenstein Circular, which has a 4.7 star rating from 81 reviews. This trail is 7.7 km long with an elevation gain of 160 m.
What is the longest trail near Pottensteiner Wand?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Pottensteiner Wand is Upper Püttlachtal – Püttlachtalweg Circular Route from Körbeldorf. This trail is estimated to be 17.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Pottensteiner Wand?
Pottensteiner Wand: With an ascent of 476 m, Hollenberg castle ruins from Pottenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Upper Püttlachtal – Püttlachtalweg Circular Route from Körbeldorf with 378 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Pottensteiner Wand?
The most popular and difficult trail near Pottensteiner Wand is Hollenberg castle ruins from Pottenstein with a 4.4-star rating from 19 reviews.
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- Nasenwand
- Predigtstuhl
- Adamsfelsenhöhle
- Veilchenbrunnen
- Klumperquelle
- Himmelsleiter Pottenstein
- Kneippanlage Püttlachtal
- Glawewand
- Skywalk
- Spielzeugbagger
- Jugendzeltplatz Altenhof
- UFA Palast
- Hohe Warte
- Weiherstaler Männchen-Blick
- Kleinkindbecken
- Entenstein
- Großes Hasenloch
- Burg Pottenstein
- Hätzerkirche
- former Klumper mill