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Distelloch Dam (Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal)

Distelloch Dam (Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal)

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Distelloch Dam (Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal)

Recommended by 146 hikers out of 159

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Schwarzachtal mit Nebentälern

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Location: Burgthann, Nürnberger Land, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Renée

August 15, 2021

The Diestelloch Dam is an artificially created dam that spans a deep valley. Here you can hike above the valley and enjoy the beautiful view. An information board in the middle of the dam tells you about the history of its construction.

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Martin Schreiner

February 3, 2020

Very impressive, artificially created structure with the high embankment that supports the canal. Nice view of the valley basin at treetop height.

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Chris Rommel

March 30, 2020

Impressive due to the high embankment with a beautiful view over the valley

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Simonizer

May 23, 2017

With a length of 319 meters and a height of 29 meters, the dam belongs to the most important dams of the Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal.

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October 28, 2020

Great structural achievement, considering the time it was built and the resources and tools available for the construction.

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Thomas

January 24, 2021

historically / technically important milestone

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Stoapfalzb(h)iker

August 7, 2023

High above the valley, the canal leads over the Distellochdamm

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〽️Markus

August 12, 2017

A very nice stretch on the Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal.

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☘️ Werner

January 20, 2025

The earth dam completely spans a deep valley, the eponymous Distelloch.

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Elevation 470 m

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Location: Burgthann, Nürnberger Land, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Distelloch Dam (Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal)

1. Schwarzachtal Loop

2. Zur Schleuse 35 Beer Garden – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Burgthann

3. Zur Schleuse 35 Beer Garden – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Burgthann

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