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A hiking trail that couldn't have been more beautiful... and apart from a few corners... everything was easy going

The “Klauskirche” The name “Klauskirche” has become established for the passage cave that dominates the rocky reef of the Klauskirchenberg. Actually, this name refers to the entire hallway. Formerly, scientifically proven but missing, there was a “St. Nicholas Chapel” (see Georg Kolbmann, 1973: Betzensteiner historical images”). It is assumed that this chapel is the namesake of the field name “Klauskirchenberg”. The “Klauskirche” is a 32 meter long passage cave. It is built in the reef dolomite of the Upper Malm. The mighty dolomite reefs formed in the Jurassic Sea around 150 million years ago. The weathering process began as the land mass rose and the sea retreated. During the Quaternary karstification phase (within the last 2.4 million years) the cave was formed by leaching of a vertically dipping fissure. This gap is still clearly visible in the ceiling area of the cave. The cave formation took place in what was then the groundwater area. As a result of the progressive deepening of the valley, the “Klauskirche” is now above the karst water level. Source: information board

The Gößweinsteiner Felsentor fascinates visitors with its impressive size. A few steps lead up to the passage. There is a small cave in the gate to the right.

The Felsensteig is a short but spectacular path that is built into a deep, particularly impressive rocky gorge. The path can be walked without any safety measures, but you should wear good hiking boots and be sure-footed. There are several steps to climb, and in some places there are railings. This is usually not a problem for dogs either.

Romantic, daring and different around every corner.

A sensational area. There is so much to explore. The shapes of the rocks are so versatile. With some you almost hold your breath and think stay where you are and don't fall over.

Impressive natural monument! The passage cave is an absolute highlight on a hike in this beautiful area.

The Hexentor is an almost circular rock breakthrough - great to look at.