Best historic site trails in Schnaittach

Varied circular hiking trail from Schnaittach in Franconian Switzerland. The hike leads from Schnaittach train station through the forest to Kersbach and Weißenbach. From here it is only a short uphill walk to the Glatzenstein with the Glatzenstein Cave and a beautiful view of the nature park. The way back leads over the historic lime kiln, Siegersdorf and Rabenshof back to the starting point. The waymark is a white 4 on a yellow background, but the route is not continuously...

The waymark of this beautiful forest round is a white 5 on a blue background.

Popular hike in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Hohenstein Castle is one of the most striking castle complexes in the entire Nuremberg region. This hike from Osternohe (bus stop Osternohe, Mitte) leads to that mighty building from the 11th century. Once you have arrived in Hohenstein, you can either stop for refreshments at the local hiking hostel or even spend the night, or you can hike back on the same path you took before. Highlights of the hike: -...

Relaxed hike in Middle Franconia, Bavaria. This route connects Schnaittach with Kirchroettenbach. After the motorway has been crossed, the first hiking highlights soon await with the Hammerand sand pit and the Gaensbrunnenweiher. Then you hike through forest and open landscapes to the parish church of St. Walburga in Kirchroettenbach. There is an inn near the church where you can stop for refreshments (note opening times) before returning to Schnaittach on foot or by bus. Highlights of the...

Scenic route section in Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria On the 14th stage of the Frankenweg you hike past impressive rock formations and with views over the Nürnberger Land to the historic town of Hersbruck. Here you can visit unique places such as the German Shepherd Museum and end the day in one of the many cafés and restaurants. Highlights: - "Glatzenstein" rocks - historic old town of Hersbruck - City Church of St.Maria Hersbruck - Hersbruck Castle - German Shepherd Museum Hersbruck