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Best wildflower trails in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park

Best wildflower trails in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park

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In the north of Bavaria, between the cities of Nuremberg, Bamberg and Bayreuth, lies the Franconian Switzerland - Franconian Jura Nature Park, which was known as the Franconian Switzerland - Veldensteiner Nature Park until 2018. With an area of 2346 km², it is the second largest nature park in the state after the Altmühltal Nature Park.

On wonderful hiking trails through romantic valley sections and wide Jura plateaus, you can relax and discover a lot - the region is not called the land of castles, caves, rocks and valleys for nothing. The show caves can be explored with an experienced cave guide. Canoeing, exploring museums or visiting castles and monasteries - the numerous information points in the park will tell you all about what is possible.

Top sights

Glocke
Glocke
Cliff
Spitzer Turm
Spitzer Turm
Cliff
Predigtstuhl
Predigtstuhl
Cliff
Adamsfelsenhöhle
Adamsfelsenhöhle
Cave
Nasenwand
Nasenwand
Cliff
Vogelherdgrotte
Vogelherdgrotte
Cave

Top trails

  1. #1 - Muggendorf Cave Trail

    4.5 (101)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Adventurous loop hiking trail in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. Caves are to be discovered, and views are enjoyed on this popular loop route in Franconian Switzerland. Since the very well-marked path leads through some dark caves, a flashlight or a smartphone with a light function is recommended. An exhilarating hike for the whole family! There are rest stops in Muggendorf. Highlights of the hike: - Oswald Cave - Miracle Cave - Cave of jokes - Rosenmüller...

  2. #2 - Pottenstein Loop

    4.7 (80)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Official loop hiking trail near Pottenstein in Bavaria. The Pottenstein circular hiking trail, also known as the romantic tour, inspires with beautiful landscapes, idyll and tranquility. This route from Potterstein first leads along the Püttlach for almost 9 kilometers. The trail marker here is a red cross on a white background. Later it follows another trail marker, a blue vertical bar. The starting point, Pottenstein, is a state-approved climatic health resort. With Pottenstein Castle...

  3. #3 - Pommelsbrunn 1,000-Meter High-Altitude Trail

    4.6 (67)·Hard·14.2 mi·Est. 8–9 hr
    This varied loop trail starts right in the village of Pommelsbrunn and winds its way through the rolling landscape of the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park. Two interconnected loops lead over several hills, including the Leitenberg and the Kreuzberg. Along the way, historic sights such as the ruins of Lichtenstein Castle and the Altes Haus castle site invite you to explore. The natural trails lead through quiet forest sections and over rocky terrain to impressive rock formations. The...

  4. #4 - Cave Hike: Muggendorf Loop

    4.6 (69)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Varied loop in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. This romantic hiking trail starts in Muggendorf, from where you first follow the hiking sign with the vertical red line. The first exciting highlight of this tour will soon be reached: The Oswald Cave, which will eventually be completely crossed (don't forget your flashlights!). It continues through the forest to the Zwecklesgraben, from where the path is marked with a yellow ring. In the further course of the...

  5. #5 - Loop through the rock gorge

    4.6 (39)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    There is a lot to discover on this circular hiking trail. It goes to the Bing cave, a stalactite cave that belongs to the "Jurassic Cave Adventure World". If you want, you can make a detour to the Wedenbach waterfall and the historic Streitburg in town. There is a Kneipp facility and always beautiful views of the landscape.

  6. #6 - Püttlach Loop

    4.6 (31)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Idyllic walk in Pottenstein, Bavaria. From the car park, the route leads through the beautiful and shady forest along the Püttlach. This route is located in the popular Franconian Switzerland - Veldensteiner Forst Nature Park. There is a car park right next to the forest café where the hike can be started. Highlights: - Püttlach valley - Püttlachtal Kneipp facility - Hydroelectric power station - Adam's Rock Cave - Small waterfalls

  7. #7 - Brauereienweg

    4.1 (41)·Moderate·8.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Varied circular hiking trail from Aufseß in Franconian Switzerland. Four well-known breweries are visited on this beautiful circular route: Stadter Brewery, Reichold Brewery, Kathi-Bräu Brewery and Rothenbach Brewery. Meanwhile, you can enjoy the beautiful landscape of Franconian Switzerland. Highlights: - Unteraufseß Castle - Purchase of a brewery pass on completion of the hike ----------------------------- Accessible by bus and train

  8. #8 - Staffelberg Mountain

    4.2 (29)·Moderate·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular hike in the Franconian Switzerland-Frankenjura Nature Park, Bavaria. The Staffelberg, Bad Staffelstein's local mountain, can be seen from afar. The witness mountain is very interesting from a geological point of view and was already used for settlements around 5000 BC. Today the 539 m high summit is a popular hiking and excursion destination. On the high plateau of the Staffelberg there is the possibility to stop for refreshments at the Staffelbergklause (closed mondays and...

  9. #9 - Weissingkuppe - Zwei Brüder - Maximiliansgrotte

    4.3 (35)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular circular hike in the Franconian Switzerland Nature Park near Neuhaus an der Pegnitz. From the Grottenhof (refreshment stops), it goes over the summit of the Weissingkuppe to the "Schöne Aussicht" lookout point. The hiking trail then leads through the forest to the Schlierau chapel and back to the starting point via the cave path. --- Accessible by bus and train

  10. #10 - Rabenstein Rundweg

    4.6 (23)·Moderate·2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly walk in Franconian Switzerland in the city triangle Nuremberg-Bamberg-Bayreuth. Rabenstein Castle is a popular destination in the region. The natural paradise, enthroned on a high plateau above the Ailsbach valley, includes the historic castle with refreshment stops, a mystical stalactite cave, its own falconry and recurring events such as the popular medieval markets. --- Accessible by bus and train
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The information center in the "Old Train Station" in Muggendorf, for example, is open daily from 8.30 am to 6 pm between April and October.

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