Cave Circular Route
100% of reviewers say this trail is hard
14.5kmLength
620mElevation gain
5–5.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Popular loop in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park.
This strenuous, sometimes very steep path leads to over 30 natural caves (caves and stalactite caves). The rocks are limestone deposits from the ancient Jurassic Sea, similar to coral reefs. The path also leads past the "Petrus" rock tower. A visit to "heaven" is worthwhile here.
The Hirschbach Tourist Association, 1975 of the "MSC Hirschbach", laid out the hiking trail and marked it throughout with the number 3 on a green background. From time to time, steep inclines have to be managed, and some caves can only be explored by crawling on all fours. Sturdy shoes and a torch are recommended.
Attention! Bat protection period: Some caves are closed from 1 October to 31 March.
Highlights:
- Cave exploration
- Petrus" rock tower
- Local flora and fauna
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Top sights
Schlaraffenland
Cliff
Norisbrettl
Cliff
Castellturm
Cliff
Fuchsloch
Cave
Starenfelshöhle
Cave
Bodenberg
Peak
Neutrasfelsen
Peak
Schmiedberghöhle
Cave
Amtsknechtshöhle
Cave
Brünnlesloch
Cave
Osterloch
Cave
Burg Hauseck
Castle
Luginsland
Peak
Mittelbergwand
Peak
Petrus
Peak
Frankenkammer
Cave
Prellsteinloch
Cave
Bodenbergwand
Cliff
Kärwaturm
Cliff
Schachtschüssel
Cliff
Starenfels
Peak
Gemeindeberg
Peak
Hirschbacher Wand
Cliff
Cäciliengrotte
Cave
Schloßberg-Durchgangshöhle
Cave
Schloßberg-Felstor
Cave
Schloßberg
Peak
Noris-Törl
Attraction
Die Kraxlerhütte
Hut
Dürrnberghöhlen
Cave
Kastell
Cave
Gemeindefels
Cliff
Azelstein
Peak
Mittelbergwandhöhle
Cave
Schmidbergwand
Cliff
Neutersberg
Peak
Annawand
Cliff
Rutschen
Peak
Bodenberghöhle
Cave
Prellstein
Peak
Rabensteiner Wand
Cliff
Schleißberg
Peak
Schmiedberg
Peak
Schloßberg-Felsgrotte
Cave
Triebberg
Peak
Dürrenberg
Peak
Hauseck-Blick
Viewpoint
Top sights
Schlaraffenland
Cliff
Norisbrettl
Cliff
Castellturm
Cliff
Fuchsloch
Cave
Starenfelshöhle
Cave
Bodenberg
Peak
Neutrasfelsen
Peak
Schmiedberghöhle
Cave
Amtsknechtshöhle
Cave
Brünnlesloch
Cave
Osterloch
Cave
Burg Hauseck
Castle
Luginsland
Peak
Mittelbergwand
Peak
Petrus
Peak
Frankenkammer
Cave
Prellsteinloch
Cave
Bodenbergwand
Cliff
Kärwaturm
Cliff
Schachtschüssel
Cliff
Starenfels
Peak
Gemeindeberg
Peak
Hirschbacher Wand
Cliff
Cäciliengrotte
Cave
Schloßberg-Durchgangshöhle
Cave
Schloßberg-Felstor
Cave
Schloßberg
Peak
Noris-Törl
Attraction
Die Kraxlerhütte
Hut
Dürrnberghöhlen
Cave
Kastell
Cave
Gemeindefels
Cliff
Azelstein
Peak
Mittelbergwandhöhle
Cave
Schmidbergwand
Cliff
Neutersberg
Peak
Annawand
Cliff
Rutschen
Peak
Bodenberghöhle
Cave
Prellstein
Peak
Rabensteiner Wand
Cliff
Schleißberg
Peak
Schmiedberg
Peak
Schloßberg-Felsgrotte
Cave
Triebberg
Peak
Dürrenberg
Peak
Hauseck-Blick
Viewpoint
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Enjoy this 14.5-km circular trail near Hirschbach, Bavaria. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 43 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Cave Circular Route?
Expected weather for Cave Circular Route for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 19 September - 19.7 degrees/showers
- Sun 20 September - 14.8 degrees/clear
- Mon 21 September - 15.3 degrees/clear
- Tue 22 September - 17.6 degrees/clear
- Wed 23 September - 14.9 degrees/clear
Where is Cave Circular Route located?
Cave Circular Route is a trail located in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park.
How hard is Cave Circular Route?
Cave Circular Route is considered a hard hike that covers 14.5 km, with an elevation gain of 620 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Cave Circular Route?
Cave Circular Route is considered a hard hike that covers 14.5 km, with an elevation gain of 620 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Cave Circular Route a circular?
Cave Circular Route is a circular trail that covers 14.5 km, with an elevation gain of 620 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Cave Circular Route?
Cave Circular Route is a circular trail that covers 14.5 km, with an elevation gain of 620 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Cave Circular Route?
Dogs may be allowed on Cave Circular Route. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there scenic views at Cave Circular Route?
Yes, Hauseck-Blick is located on Cave Circular Route.
Are there forests at Cave Circular Route?
Yes, Cave Circular Route is a forest trail in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Cave Circular Route?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Cave Circular Route, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is Cave Circular Route rocky?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Cave Circular Route includes rocky terrain. Watch your footing and wear footwear with good traction.
Last updated on 19 September 2026 at 03:44 GMT+0