Best long trails in Pottenstein
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- 4.5 (39)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried loop in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park from Pottenstein. The beautiful hiking route leads through forests, along small streams and over hills with interesting rock formations and caves, which are so often found in the Franconian Jura. With a bit of luck, game and other native animals can be spotted along the idyllic trail. The trail starts at the Weihersbachtal car park, which is subject to a charge. The "B470" bus stop is also nearby. Highlights: - Pottenstein Castle -...
- 4.2 (20)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrA varied circular hike from Pottenstein in the Franconian Switzerland - Franconian Jura nature park. This beautiful circular hiking trail leads from Pottenstein via the Kreuzkapelle to Gößweinstein, where the basilica is worth a visit. It goes back to the starting point via Tüchersfeld with its famous stone formations and the Franconian Switzerland Museum. -------------------------------------------------- - Accessible by bus and train
- 4.0 (12)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular and promising circular hike in Franconian Switzerland. This idyllic circular hike begins in Pottenstein and leads through the Püttlachtal. You can take a break at the castle ruins of Hollenberg and enjoy the view. Via the lookout tower "Himmelsleiter" you return to the starting point of the tour. Highlights: - Hollenberg castle ruins - Observation tower "Heaven's Ladder" - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.4 (7)·Moderate·9.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrA varied circular route in Franconian Switzerland, near Pottenstein, Bavaria. This long and varied circular route really has a lot to offer: it leads to the impressive stalactite cave "Devil's Cave". The "Felsenbad" outdoor pool and a summer toboggan run are also in the immediate vicinity. Highlights: - "Teufelshöhle" stalactite cave (www.teufelshoehle.de) - "Felsenbad" outdoor pool (www.felsenbad.eu) - Summer toboggan run (www.sommerrodelbahnen-pottenstein.de)
- 4.4 (19)·Hard·9.8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried hiking trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Over a length of 15 km, this route leads from Pottenstein - best known for its castle, which is one of the oldest castles in Franconian Switzerland - through the valley of the Puettlach. Again and again you come across interesting rock formations and caves on the way. On the Schlossberg near Hollenberg there are other impressive wall relicts: the ruins of the late medieval castle Hollenberg. Highlights of...
- 3.6 (6)·Hard·10.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPicturesque valleys and sleepy villages, caves and rock towers - all of this is available on this interesting circular route in Franconian Switzerland. Starting point: Tüchersfeld car park / bus stop Highlights: - Zeckenstein lookout point - Franconian Switzerland Museum - Old Linden tree natural monument - Kohlstein Castle - Passage cave Schlupflochfelsen, Rennerfels floor cave, Neumühlhöhle, Ludwigshöhle - Rabenstein Castle - Horse hole, Kühloch
- 4.2 (4)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried route section in Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria The eleventh stage of the Frankenweg leads from Pottenstein along caves, castle ruins and over winding forest paths to Obertrubach. At the Schöngrundsee there is an adventure rock and a visit to the popular "Teufelshöhle" is definitely worth it. There are also places to stop for refreshments here. Highlights: - Pottenstein Castle - Pottenstein adventure rock - "Teufelshöhle" near the route - Ruin near Leiensfels - Bärnfels Castle in...
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