Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 5, 2025

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Naturpark Bayerische Rhön

Trockengebiete bei Machtilshausen

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.02 km

Panorama Trail in the Trockengebiete near Machtilshausen

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A fantastic hiking trail with very beautiful views

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3.06 km

Crucifix with Bench

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Jesus cross with church bench and guest book in the mailbox

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3.28 km

Machtilshausen Lime Kiln

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Beautiful hiking trail on the Wacholderberg near Machtilshausen

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3.47 km

View of the Saale Valley

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From here you have a beautiful view towards Hammelburg and the Saale Valley

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12.5 km

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12.8 km

Viewpoint Bench with Compass Rose

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But with the weather today, a popular spot

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13.3 km

View of Trimburg Castle

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Castle ruins visible from afar. Hosted by a very committed association that also takes care of the preservation of the ruins.

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13.7 km

View of the Saale Valley from the Trimburg Castle ruins

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nice view to stay

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13.8 km

Trail to Trimburg

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Fantastic hiking trail to the castle… a real dream

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15.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

1.47 km

1.35 km

205 m

151 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.98 km

4.57 km

1.64 km

1.25 km

1.13 km

721 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (390 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

Weather

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