Schaustein is one of the oldest settlements in northern Franconia. Various old documents show that the area aroundSchauenstein had been a demarcated territory since 1017. The first documented mention shows a senior bailiff at the castle ofSchauenstein in 1230.

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Beautiful place with lots of old but unfortunately somewhat neglected corners.

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1. Lehstenmühle – Fuchsbau Rock Formation loop from Schauenstein

9.43km

02:40

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Schauenstein Castle – Lehstenmühle loop from Schauenstein

5.84km

01:38

120m

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

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3. Black Woodpecker Pine – Greimeslachn Pond loop from Schauenstein

10.6km

03:02

250m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 660 m

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Thursday 22 January

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Location: Schauenstein, Landkreis Hof, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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Schauenstein Castle

1. Lehstenmühle – Fuchsbau Rock Formation loop from Schauenstein

2. Schauenstein Castle – Lehstenmühle loop from Schauenstein

3. Black Woodpecker Pine – Greimeslachn Pond loop from Schauenstein

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