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Wegelin Gate and Tower Ruin — Entrance to Wenglein Park

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Wegelin Gate and Tower Ruin — Entrance to Wenglein Park

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Wegelin Gate and Tower Ruin — Entrance to Wenglein Park

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    1. Pegnitz Riverside Picnic Area – Wengleinpark Tower and Ruins loop from Alfalter

    8.45km

    02:22

    170m

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

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

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    May 10, 2025

    The dilapidated tower marks the entrance to the former Wenglein Park, which is always worth a visit. Although we didn't see any salamanders today, it was still a wonderful nature experience.

    The land was purchased by Carl Wenglein in 1930 to create a private nature refuge. The park soon developed into a popular national tourist destination. In 1966, the Bavarian Nature Conservation Association acquired the park, and since 1976, the Hersbrucker Land local group has managed it.
    In 2008, the area was redesigned and expanded into the Hutanger Wenglein Park adventure area. The area was increased to 12 hectares. A roughly two-kilometer-long nature trail with numerous information panels leads through the park (source: Wikipedia).

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

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