The Hirschteich pond is considered one of the three sources of the Altmühl River. However, since this spring repeatedly dries up during periods of drought, its existence is considered unlikely. Since 1904, the Hornauer Weiher pond has been officially designated as the source of the Altmühl.

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A beautifully situated, small lake in the forest between Burgbernheim and Hornau.

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1. Langskeller Trail (Frankenhöhe Nature Park) – Hirschteich (Altmühl spring) loop from Burgbernheim

13.9km

03:51

250m

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

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2. Langskeller Trail (Frankenhöhe Nature Park) – Hirschteich (Altmühl spring) loop from Hornau

11.9km

03:17

190m

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

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3. Hirschteich (Altmühl spring) – Hirschweiher (Altmühl spring) loop from Waldgasthof Wildbad

5.95km

01:34

60m

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

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Elevation 510 m

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Sunday 15 February

6°C

-2°C

77 %

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Max wind speed: 23.0 km/h

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Location: Burgbernheim, Neustadt an der Aisch-Bad Windsheim, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Altmühl Spring Area

1. Langskeller Trail (Frankenhöhe Nature Park) – Hirschteich (Altmühl spring) loop from Burgbernheim

2. Langskeller Trail (Frankenhöhe Nature Park) – Hirschteich (Altmühl spring) loop from Hornau

3. Hirschteich (Altmühl spring) – Hirschweiher (Altmühl spring) loop from Waldgasthof Wildbad

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