The picturesque rock village of Krögelstein in northern Franconian Switzerland is nestled in the narrow valley of the Kaiserbach. The fields are on the heights and the meadows in the …

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Anne

July 19, 2017

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Krögelstein was settled as early as 800 BC, as evidenced by the burial mounds in brown wood. In 1149 it was first mentioned as Crogelstein. From 1149-1239 the noble lords of Krögelstein ruled, probably whale pots. Bishop Heinrich von Bamberg gave the Veste Krögelstein and goods to a Dietz von Giech in 1500. In 1523 the castle was left in ruins to end the robber baronism of those of Giech. In 1800 Krögelstein was the largest parish village of the Counts of Giech with 71 houses. In 1810 the village became Bavarian.

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Stephanie

August 1, 2020

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Nice little place in Franconian Switzerland. From here, some hikes to typical rock formations that are typical of the area start.

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1. From castle to castle - Franconian Switzerland

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2. 🏛️ Sanspareil Rock Garden – Kaiserbach Valley loop from Kainach

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3. Kaiserbach Valley – Felsendorf Krögelstein loop from Hollfeld

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Elevation 420 m

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Friday 20 March

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