The Saalburg is a natural monument that is under nature protection. There are also no climbing routes on the rocks here. The grotto is at the southern end of the rock complex. There is a separate highlight for this.

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Large rock formation on the Plecher Höhlenweg

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1. Plecher Cliffs – Saalburg Grotto loop from Plech

8.38km

02:20

150m

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

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2. Saalburg Grotto – cave chamber loop from Plech

11.1km

03:08

230m

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3. Cave chamber – Plecher Cliffs loop from Bernheck

16.3km

04:32

300m

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Elevation 480 m

Weather

Saturday 14 March

7°C

2°C

35 %

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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Location: Franconian Switzerland, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Saalburg Rock Formation

1. Plecher Cliffs – Saalburg Grotto loop from Plech

2. Saalburg Grotto – cave chamber loop from Plech

3. Cave chamber – Plecher Cliffs loop from Bernheck

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