ツルナウの天然記念物・トップ20

The Temple of Aeolus stood on the rock dedicated to the wind god Aeolus, accessible only via two rock bridges. The temple collapsed during a severe thunderstorm in 1830. The stairs leading up to the top are dilapidated and are now closed.

A mighty rock arch forms the auditorium of the Ruin Theater, built in 1747. The orchestra pit, the backdrop arches, and the back wall are made of rubble stone. The 86-seat mini-theater is used by the Bayreuth Studio Stage for performances in July and August. The ambiance of this small Rococo theater transports the audience to the world of the 18th century.

The area around the medieval Zwernitz Castle had served as a hunting ground for the Margraves since early times. In 1744, the plan was born to create something like a wonder garden at this remote location. From 1744 to 1748, there was a flurry of construction activity, as the naturally grown rocky grove was to be decorated with a small palace, a belvedere, and a ruined theater by the time of their daughter Friederike's wedding. Upon seeing the rock garden in 1746, a lady-in-waiting is said to have exclaimed: "Ah, c'est sans pareil" – "This is without equal!", whereupon Margrave Friedrich ordered the renaming of the town of Zwernitz to Sanspareil that same year. Exotic-looking cottages and rustic huts were built on some of the rocks, serving as retreats in the "Sanspareil Hermitage." Many of these buildings fell into disrepair over time or were sold for demolition in the 19th century.

Really nice big juniper

Those who like nature and rock formations are in good hands here in the Sanspareil rock garden, the many grottos and sights often serve as a photo motif, there are places to sit and relax in the castle café or along the way, the facility is very well maintained and parking is available.

beautiful paths - beautiful rocks

If you stand on the bridge, you can watch the water currents very closely

Confluence of the Red and White Main. You can clearly see the different colors of the two rivers. There is a rest area.