Above the village of Spies, the impressive Spies Rocks tower up, and have been a popular excursion destination in the Franconian Jura for decades. On them you can find the traces of the lost Spies Castle. The Burgstall is freely accessible and today serves as a vantage point.

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Elfi

June 17, 2023

Worthwhile vantage point with all-round view.

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Witwe Bolte

July 16, 2018

Wonderful view to the east, the rock towers are accessed by steps and secured with railings. The castle is still very nice to understand the terrain.
Note: Parking almost on site, easy ascent even for non-experienced pedestrians.

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

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