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Franconian Switzerland

Franconian Switzerland

The Top 20 Attractions in Franconian Switzerland

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Franconian Switzerland. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Franconian Switzerland is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 31, 2025

Oswald Cave

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The Oswald Cave is a karst cave on the Hollow Mountain, about 800 meters east of Muggendorf, a district of the Upper Franconian market town Wiesenttal in the district of Forchheim in Bavaria.

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Riesenburg Collapse Cave

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The King Ludwig Felsen is known as Crevice Cave "Riesenburg"

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Himmelsleiter (Heaven’s Ladder) Observation Tower

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Definitely worth going up the 150 steps. Free ascent with a great panoramic view.

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Quackenschloss

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The Quackenschloss is a karst cave near Engelhardsberg a district of the Upper Franconian market town Wiesenttal in the district of Forchheim in Bavaria.

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St. Walburga's Chapel and Statue, Walberla Plateau

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The Walburgis Chapel, which was first mentioned around 1350 and was built in its present form in 1697, probably gave the mountain its name. The bronze statue of Saint Walburga, …

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Neideck Castle Ruins

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A visit to the castle ruins as a landmark of Franconian Switzerland is a MUST.

The scenic location above the loop of the Wiesenttal, the conversion of the old tower …

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Basilica of the Holy Trinity, Gößweinstein

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Built by Balthasar Neumann, the predominantly white interior is splendidly furnished. In the votive chamber that can be visited, over 100 life-size wax figures are exhibited, which were donated as …

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View over the Wiesent Valley

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The climb is worth it, you will be rewarded with a wonderful view of the Wiesenttal.

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Pottenstein — Old Town and Castle

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Beautiful place with many half-timbered houses, great for the Festival of Lights on January 6th. Fantastic valley view from the castle and the hillside/mountain paths.

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Hohes Kreuz Observation Tower

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Beautiful all-round view guaranteed. The tower is near the Oswaldhöhle.

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The Top 20 Attractions in Franconian Switzerland

Oswald Cave

Riesenburg Collapse Cave

Himmelsleiter (Heaven’s Ladder) Observation Tower

Quackenschloss

St. Walburga's Chapel and Statue, Walberla Plateau

Neideck Castle Ruins

Basilica of the Holy Trinity, Gößweinstein

View over the Wiesent Valley

Pottenstein — Old Town and Castle

Hohes Kreuz Observation Tower

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