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Pottenstein — Old Town and Castle

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Pottenstein — Old Town and Castle

Recommended by 1970 hikers out of 2036

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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    Best Hikes to Pottenstein — Old Town and Castle

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    1. Pottenstein Castle – Großes Hasenloch Cave loop from Pottenstein

    6.88km

    01:57

    140m

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

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Expert hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    May 9, 2020

    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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      August 17, 2017

      The history of Pottenstein can be traced back to the first written mention in 918. The town of Pottenstein was Obervogtamt of the Bishopric of Bamberg. In a city fire in 1736, 60 houses were destroyed, the town church was damaged.

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        May 12, 2017

        Good starting point for hikes in the Franconian region. Nice places, good prices and good, free parking.

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          Elevation 390 m

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          Location: Pottenstein, Landkreis Bayreuth, Franconian Switzerland, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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