クオピオンのおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

The Ebnether Rock Gate is, so to speak, the "photogenic centerpiece" of the rock labyrinth. It is an imposing natural archway, formed by the erosion and drifting apart of massive sandstone blocks. The gate is so high and wide that adults can comfortably walk through it upright. The massive walls consist of the Rhaetian-Lias sandstone typical of the region. It is a prime example of joint formation. Over millennia, the rock fissures have widened due to weathering, leaving behind this arch-like opening.

In addition to the Jacob's Cave, the rock formations also include the Franzenshöhle (Franzen's Cave). According to a story, two robbers named after them hid there in the 16th century. In fact, the caves were probably named after the lords of the Ebneth castle: Franz Paul Christoph (1750-1823) and Jakob Wolfgang (1751-1817) von Seckendorff-Arberdar.

If you take the upper Gottesgarten circular trail, marked number 1, the rock gate is just a few steps away and easily accessible. It's set as a highlight further down here. If you take the path, you have to climb steeply.

Small parking bay with rest area hiking signs

The KC 42 circular trail passes by. The chapel was built in 2000 and consecrated in 2001.

Opposite the fire station is a residential building with two large murals

Very nice trails

The bench at the edge of the forest is beautifully elevated and offers a beautiful view