Best cave trails in Dietfurt an der Altmühl
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- 5.0 (1)·Hard·16.4 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrThis 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...
- 3.3 (3)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Altmuehlpark nature park, Bavaria. The cave loop with an optional detour to the Breitfelsen runs along the Muehlbachquelle, the Mariengrotte and to the Kopffelsen vantage point. The path leads back to Muehlbach via the Jurasteig. The Jurasteig loop "cave loop" is marked with a "6". If you want to make a detour to the Breitfelsen, follow the marking "5". Highlights of the hike: - Muehlbach spring - Viewpoints at the Kopffelsen and Breitfelsen - Dolinen ("Swiss...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful loop in the Altmuehltal Nature Park, Bavaria. Coming from Mühlbach, walk counter-clockwise along the edge of the forest and get to Dietfurth an der Altmühl. If you want, you can take a short break here and use one of the refreshment stops. Finally, on the banks of the Main-Danube Canal, you return to the starting point. Highlights: - Mühlbachquellhöhle near the route - Lourdes grotto - Altmühltaler Mill Museum
- Hard·33.6 mi·Est. 15–16.5 hrIdyllic pleasure trail in the Altmühltal nature park Paths and forest roads lead through the Altmühltal nature park, the Laber and Sulztal valleys and through beautiful Alb plateaus, forests and open corridors. Highlights: - chapels - Pilgrimage church with Sebastian's spring in Breitenbrunn - breeding of water buffalo - Plankstetten Benedictine Abbey
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail with caves in Dietfurt an der Altmühl?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Dietfurt an der Altmühl is Jura2000-Tour (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 33.6 mi long.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Dietfurt an der Altmühl?
Dietfurt an der Altmühl: With an ascent of 4,730 ft, Jura2000-Tour (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is Jurasteig Stage 12: Dietfurt - Riedenburg with 2,864 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail with caves in Dietfurt an der Altmühl?
The most popular and difficult trail with caves in Dietfurt an der Altmühl is Jurasteig Stage 12: Dietfurt - Riedenburg with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Ludwig-Donau-Main-Kanal
- Mühlbacher Tal
- Aussichtspunkt Herzogstand
- Tal der Weißen Laber
- Weiße Laber
- Breitenbrunner Laber
- Schloß Töging
- Mühlbachquelle
- Weiße Laaber
- Mühlbachquellhöhle
- Maria Heimsuchung
- Herdstelle
- Schönblick
- Karstquelle Unterbürg
- Weiße Laber (Hochwassergraben)
- Werklaber
- Stadtlaber
- Ödenburg
- Lourdesgrotte
- Wolfsberg