Norissteig
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
5.8miLength
1,272ftElevation gain
Loop
Experience this 5.8-mile loop trail near Etzelwang, Bavaria. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for hiking, rock climbing, and via ferrata, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Varied circular hike from Neutras in Franconian Switzerland.
The Norissteig is a hiking trail with climbing passages and via ferrata sections past numerous caves and viewpoints.
Highlights of the hike:
- Official servants' cave
- Noristörl
- Brettl
- Francke chimney
- Mittelbergwand
- Curbstone
Top sights
Schlaraffenland
Cliff
Norisbrettl
Cliff
Castellturm
Cliff
Castellwand links
Cliff
Neutrasfelsen
Peak
Amtsknechtshöhle
Cave
Luginsland
Peak
Mittelbergwand
Peak
Weiße Wand
Peak
Petrus
Peak
Prellsteinloch
Cave
Kärwaturm
Cliff
Schachtschüssel
Cliff
Gemeindeberg
Peak
Hirschbacher Wand
Cliff
Cäciliengrotte
Cave
Noris-Törl
Attraction
Castellwand rechts
Cliff
Kastell
Cave
Azelstein
Peak
Mittelbergwandhöhle
Cave
Schmidbergwand
Cliff
Neutersberg
Peak
Annawand
Cliff
Rutschen
Peak
Mittagfels
Peak
Prellstein
Peak
Dürrenberg
Peak
Rabensteiner Wand
Cliff
Lug ins Land
Cliff
Top sights
Schlaraffenland
Cliff
Norisbrettl
Cliff
Castellturm
Cliff
Castellwand links
Cliff
Neutrasfelsen
Peak
Amtsknechtshöhle
Cave
Luginsland
Peak
Mittelbergwand
Peak
Weiße Wand
Peak
Petrus
Peak
Prellsteinloch
Cave
Kärwaturm
Cliff
Schachtschüssel
Cliff
Gemeindeberg
Peak
Hirschbacher Wand
Cliff
Cäciliengrotte
Cave
Noris-Törl
Attraction
Castellwand rechts
Cliff
Kastell
Cave
Azelstein
Peak
Mittelbergwandhöhle
Cave
Schmidbergwand
Cliff
Neutersberg
Peak
Annawand
Cliff
Rutschen
Peak
Mittagfels
Peak
Prellstein
Peak
Dürrenberg
Peak
Rabensteiner Wand
Cliff
Lug ins Land
Cliff
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Frequently asked questions
What is the expected weather this week for Norissteig?
Expected weather for Norissteig for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 66 degrees/motregen
- Sun, September 20 - 60 degrees/onbewolkt
- Mon, September 21 - 59 degrees/onbewolkt
- Tue, September 22 - 62 degrees/onbewolkt
- Wed, September 23 - 66 degrees/onbewolkt
Where is Norissteig located?
Norissteig is a trail located in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on Norissteig?
Dogs may be allowed on Norissteig. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is rock climbing allowed at Norissteig?
Rock climbing is allowed on Norissteig in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Norissteig a via ferrata route?
Yes, Norissteig is a via ferrata route in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park that requires special equipment and extra planning.
Are there forests at Norissteig?
Yes, Norissteig is a forest trail in Franconian Switzerland-Franconian Jura Nature Park.
Last updated on September 16, 2026 at 1:10 am GMT+0