Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Altmühltal is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20 to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Altmühltal for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
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Hiking Highlight
At the top of the Michelsberg you have a fantastic view of the town of Kipfenberg, the centre of Bavaria, and of Kipfenberg Castle, which is still inhabited.
Tip by Gitte 💠
Hiking Highlight
The Schellenberg is an exposed mountain spur in the Franconian Jura above the village of Kinding. People have been using this sheltered and easily accessible location since the Neolithic period. …
Tip by Sebastian Kowalke
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Hiking Highlight
The Devil's Rock rises as a steep rocky outcrop high above the Altmühl Valley and offers you a fantastic view. By the way, if you're wondering about the strange ramp on the rock: hang gliders take off from here.
Tip by Sebastian Kowalke
Hiking Highlight
I love such quiet spots, including a fantastic view, only when it's windy does it pull on my neck.
Tip by Alwin
Cycling Highlight
Geographical Reisbergspitze.
Together with the neighboring Lippertshofener Berg, the Reisberg is part of the loose garland of panoramic mountains that border the Jura range in the south. The hilltop rises …
Tip by Stefan V.
Hiking Highlight
There is a free telescope to see the surroundings in more detail, several places to sit and a great view.
A map shows the directions with prominent sights.
Tip by Cathrin
Hiking Highlight
The so-called Eichstätter Matterhorn is probably the highest slag heap in Eichstätt and is clearly visible as it is the only slag heap with a summit cross around Eichstätt.
The …
Tip by Uschi unterwegs 🌈🥾🥾
Hiking Highlight
Very nice view over Dollnstein. Place invites you to take a rest.
Tip by Stefan V.
Hiking Highlight
one of the most beautiful vantage points on Doischda
with a beautiful panoramic view of the Altmühltal and Urdonautal
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