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Natural Monuments

Upper Franconia

Bärentalwächter and Rock Arch

Natural Monuments

Upper Franconia

Bärentalwächter and Rock Arch

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Bärentalwächter and Rock Arch

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Location: Weismain, Lichtenfels, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Tips

Andrea und Huskys 🐺

April 12, 2026

Hiking

The Bärentalwächter and the associated rock gate are among the most spectacular, but also the most demanding destinations in the Bärental. Unlike the paths in the valley floor, the detour to these rock formations requires surefootedness, sturdy footwear, and ideally poles as well, as the path can be steep and slippery.

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September 22, 2019

Hiking

The Bärentalwächter is a bit hidden in the Bärental. Coming from Krassach it is just before a crest left a steep path uphill. I recommend walking shoes and hiking sticks, you definitely need it downhill again. Little handy path

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September 22, 2019

Hiking

Follow the path of Bärentalwächter steeply uphill to the left. The climb is definitely worth it. I would almost say the Prebischor in Franconia.

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Elevation 440 m

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Location: Weismain, Lichtenfels, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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