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Kieswäsch Lake is the ideal destination for those seeking relaxation just outside Kulmbach. Surrounded by meadows, the lake offers something for everyone: a level circular path invites you to stroll and hike. Those looking for more exercise will find excellent fitness equipment on a modern course. Large sunbathing lawns and a sandy beach at the lake create a true holiday atmosphere. For refreshments, there's a cozy beer garden right by the water.

Wernstein Castle is located in the Kulmbach district (municipality of Mainleus) and is considered one of the best-preserved castles in Franconia. The current structure was built around 1365 and expanded into a castle after the Thirty Years' War. It has been continuously owned by the von Künßberg family for over 600 years. As it is a private residence, the castle itself is not open to the public. However, the grounds and courtyard are accessible and a popular spot for photographers. There is an event barn available for rent for weddings and celebrations. Information about this can often be found on the official Wernstein Castle website.

The list of the so-called “14 helpers in need” is not uniform everywhere, as regional peculiarities are sometimes taken into account. As a rule, the following patron saints are mentioned (the text is from a tablet from Memmingen, which dates back to the Baroque period; the original spelling – partially unknown to us – has been retained): St. Blaise - offers intercession for sore throats St. George - is to be invoked in times of war St. Erasmus - for intestinal and abdominal pain St. Vitus - a great friend of children's hearts St. Pantaleon - patron saint of physicians, powerful before God St. Christopher - he provides powerful protection against hail and bad weather St. Dionysus - is invoked in times of major pain St. Cyriacus - can help those possessed by the devil St. Achatius - he nimbly helps Christian soldiers St. Eustace - averts sorrow in marriage St. Giles - helps in the recognition of secret sins St. Margaret - where the devil's cunning finds access St. Catherine - when wisdom is needed lacking in studies St. Barbara - received the sacrament in death

This cycle path is also very nice to ride.

The Oberlangheim hiking car park is located on the pilgrimage route to Vierzehnheiligen and is used by many pilgrimage groups as a station. Since 2016, the artist studio Muth from Unterneuses has been creating sculptures of the Virgin Mary and the 14 Holy Helpers at this location. The diagonally divided block, from which two triangular stones are created, represents the search for meaning in one's own life and the shaping of life with its ups and downs.

I found a bench here. And from there, I can see the Regnitz River. Relaxation: PURE

Makes you want a glass of wine 🍷

The entire village complex is very well maintained.