The Katzenstein is a sandstone rock with interesting weathering. It used to be possible to climb it, with steps carved into the rock. A chain now hangs as a barrier at the natural monument.

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March 23, 2020

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The Katzenstein is a natural monument and geotope near Eckersdorf. The sandstone block was prepared from the soft sandstone layers by natural weathering.

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October 3, 2021

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The rock used to be accessible, there are steps in the rock.

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2. Salamandertal Sandstone Gorge – French Bridge loop from Eckersdorf

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3. 🏛️ Fantaisie Castle – Salamandertal Sandstone Gorge loop from Bayreuth

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Elevation 360 m

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

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Katzenstein Sandstone Rock Formation

1. French Bridge – Salamandertal Sandstone Gorge loop from Mistelbach

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