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Franconian Switzerland

Franconian Switzerland

Easy hikes and walks in Franconian Switzerland

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Exploring Franconian Switzerland on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Franconian Switzerland. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

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1. Promenade trail - circular tour in Franconian Switzerland

4.47km

01:15

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Juniper Valley near Wonsees – 🏛️ Sanspareil Rock Garden loop from Wonsees

7.10km

01:57

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Thuisbrunn – View of Egloffstein Castle loop from Egloffstein

6.35km

01:47

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Entenstein Cave – Klumpertal loop from Elbersberg

6.17km

01:41

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. 🏛️ Sanspareil Rock Garden – Aeolus Rock loop from Großenhül

7.25km

02:00

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. View of Pottenstein – Great Hasenloch loop from Pottenstein

6.83km

01:57

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Burgstall Hainburg - Franconian Switzerland

4.77km

01:28

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Trail Above the Devil's Cave – View of Pottenstein Castle loop from Pottenstein

6.65km

01:53

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Gößweinstein Rock Trail – Gößweinstein Rock Gate loop from Behringersmühle

6.47km

01:57

200m

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10. Kühloch Cave – Passage cave loop from Tüchersfeld

6.46km

01:51

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Franconian Switzerland

1. Promenade trail - circular tour in Franconian Switzerland

2. Juniper Valley near Wonsees – 🏛️ Sanspareil Rock Garden loop from Wonsees

3. View of Thuisbrunn – View of Egloffstein Castle loop from Egloffstein

4. Entenstein Cave – Klumpertal loop from Elbersberg

5. 🏛️ Sanspareil Rock Garden – Aeolus Rock loop from Großenhül

6. View of Pottenstein – Great Hasenloch loop from Pottenstein

7. Burgstall Hainburg - Franconian Switzerland

8. Trail Above the Devil's Cave – View of Pottenstein Castle loop from Pottenstein

9. Gößweinstein Rock Trail – Gößweinstein Rock Gate loop from Behringersmühle

10. Kühloch Cave – Passage cave loop from Tüchersfeld

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