Best cave trails in Altmühltal Nature Park
The Altmühltal Nature Park is a 2962 square kilometer nature park in Bavaria, which is almost identical in area to the Southern Franconian Alb. It was founded in 1969 and is the fourth largest nature park in Germany. There are a number of protected areas in the nature park, such as the Jura dry slope, Thalach meadows, Weltenburger Enge and the Kuhbachtal valley, and the popular Altmühltal panorama trail runs through the nature park and leads past scenic and cultural experiences.
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- 4.0 (25)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic circular hike in the Altmühltal nature park near Kinding in Bavaria. This beautiful hiking trail leads mostly on wild and romantic paths through the forest. Let's start at the parking lot in the direction of Kipfenberg. The path initially leads steeply into the forest up to the "Klause" - a rock cave that was once inhabited by a hermit. Via the burial mounds from the Hallstatt period, you follow the Altmühltal panorama path through the forest past the Torfelsen to Unteremmendorf. The...
- 4.5 (24)·Moderate·27.4 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting in Treuchtlingen, this 44.3 km section follows the Altmühl river past the impressive rock formations of the Frankenalb to the baroque city of Eichstätt. The route passes historical landmarks such as Pappenheim Castle, the Sola Basilica in Solnhofen, and the dramatic rock formation of the Hülzernen Klinge. Overnight stays are usually in local guesthouses, inns, and...
- 4.2 (15)·Moderate·3.9 miPanoramic circular hike near Dollnstein in the Alltmühltal nature park. The first part of the hike is quite densely overgrown with plants - long trousers and sturdy shoes are therefore highly recommended. Here you can also walk over sticks, stones, roots and sometimes along ropes. The way back, however, is a little wider, flat and easier to walk.
- 4.8 (19)·Hard·14.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrVaried circular hike in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria. Rugged rocks, idyllic riverbanks and beautiful views characterize this route. Starting in Kehlheim, the route first leads through the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve, directly along the Danube. Most of the route follows the Weltenburger Höhenweg, which is known for its diversity. The route then continues along the Altmühl, along the northern bank of which it also returns to the starting point. Beautiful highlights along the route...
- 4.3 (10)·Hard·16.4 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrPanoramic circular hike around Kipfenberg in the Altmühltal nature park. A somewhat longer, but very varied hike, which is characterized by river valleys, impressive rock formations, caves and of course numerous wonderful views of the Altmühltal. There are restaurants in Schambach and Kipfenberg. Highlights: - Friday Mill - View from the Rauchbergersteig - Helenenkapelle - Arndthöhle - Kipfenberg Castle with Roman and Bavarian Museum - the geographical center of...
- 4.1 (12)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried and scenic loop in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful route starts at Landgasthaus Wagner and leads up a steep path to the Altmühltaler Panoramaweg (also known as the "Burgenweg Kinding"). The route continues through beautiful forest to the Torfelsen rock and the caves of the eastern Schneiderloch. The effort is rewarded with magnificent views of the Altmühltal. Refreshments are available along the way. Highlights: - Kinding Castle Trail - magnificent Altmühltal -...
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis scenic loop starts at the modern city train station and quickly leads into the historic center of Eichstätt. Walking across the Spitalbrücke, visitors reach the cathedral square, surrounded by grand baroque architecture. A unique stop along the way is the Guardian Angel Church, famous for its hundreds of painted and sculpted angels. As the path climbs into the Altmühltal Nature Park, lookouts offer views of Willibald Castle and the traditional Jura-style houses with their unique...
- 3.9 (6)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is the 14th stage of the Altmühltal Panorama Trail, a long-distance hiking trail in Bavaria. This section leads from Riedenburg, the so called town of three castles, to Essing. A special highlight is the steep section through the gorge with its bizarre rock formations. From a viewing platform, hikers can enjoy a spectacular view of Prunn Castle, one of Bavaria’s best-preserved medieval castles, which they can also explore up close. The trail continues through dense forests and past...
- 4.6 (15)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVersatile, certified premium hiking trail in the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria. This route is located in the Altmühltal Nature Park. Starting at the market square in Thalmässing, this circular route leads over wide fields and through attractive forest. You leave the valley to hike up to the edge of the Jura, where wonderful views await. You pass the Keltenschanze, hidden cellars and ravines. There are many benches and places to rest and several places to stop for a break. Highlights of the hike: -...
Visitor info
The Altmühltal Information Center is open in the summer season, i.e. from Palm Sunday to 31 October, Mon - Fri from 9 am - 5 pm and at weekends from 10 am - 5 pm. In the winter season it is closed at lunchtime, which means that it is open Mon - Thu from 9am - 12pm and 2pm - 4pm and Fridays from 9am - 12pm.
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- Bienenkorb
- Wieserkreuz
- Zwölf Apostel
- Kloster Trauntal bei Kelheim
- St. Georg
- Alcimoennis (ehem. kelt. Stadt)
- Hall of Liberation
- Klause
- Östliches Schneiderloch
- Michelsberg
- Ruine Tachenstein
- Ruine Rabenstein
- Teufelskanzel
- Burgruine Tachenstein
- Ruine Rabenstein
- Römischer Wachturm (Limes) 14/65
- Römischer Wachturm (Limes) 14/77
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- Limesturm Erkertshofen
- Limes (Teufelsmauer)