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The Arzloch is a popular hiking destination and often still considered a hidden gem. It's a protected natural monument, a wooded area known for its atmospheric, wild gorge with eroded sandstone layers. The waterfall itself is relatively small, with a height of about 3 to 4 meters. Access to the waterfall is natural. Hikers should wear sturdy footwear, as the path leads over roots, narrow trails, and uneven forest floor. The surrounding area is the real highlight. The damp local climate has carved a unique gorge into the Rhaetian sandstone layers, which is home to rare animal and plant species. The bizarre sandstone formations, which can resemble honeycombs due to weathering, are geologically interesting.

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The snow hole is not far from the Ochsenkopf landmark. The snow hole is a hole in the ground secured by a metal grid, in which the snow remains for a particularly long time in spring.

The Arzloch is an atmospheric, wild gorge with eroded sandstone layers. Due to its humid local climate, it is home to rare animal and plant species, a waterfall and the "Markgrafentisch" rock formation. To get down from Eckersdorf, you have to climb a little and cross a narrow wooden bridge. A real experience.

The only 1.8 kilometers long tempts you not to expect much from this small hiking trail. However, the "Rhätschlucht" (Rhātschlucht), known because of its rare climate, offers some hidden peculiarities. The Salamander Valley is also a monument and is therefore a nature reserve. The sandstone gorge is of course named after the fire salamanders, which still feel at home in the Salamander Valley today due to the special climate and the swampy areas.

The Westweg is a hiking trail approximately 76 km long along the western edge of the Fichtel Mountains. It runs north-south from Münchberg to the Rauher Kulm. Along the way, it passes through the geographical locations of Weißenstein, Streitau, Gefrees, Ölschnitztal, Bad Berneck, Weißmaintal, Königsheide, the Haidenaab spring, Ahornberg, Immenreuth, Kemnath, and Kastl. Due to its numerous panoramic views, it can also be described as a scenic trail. (Source: Wikipedia)

The Jägersteig is repeatedly interrupted by passages on forest roads, so there are several sections. The climb is easy to walk.

If you like off-the-beaten-track paths, the Jägersteig is the right course for you. We started our round trip at the Wildpark Waldhaus Mehlmeisel car park.