Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 14, 2025

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Naturpark Frankenhöhe

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Start point

Train Station

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1.56 km

View of Birkenfeld

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From here you have a wonderful view towards Birkenfeld.

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10.3 km

View of the Windsheimer Bucht

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From here you have a wonderful view of the valley, the Windsheim Bay and the hilly landscape behind it.

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10.8 km

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11.6 km

Ipsheim Llamas

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Funny how the alpacas eyed us curiously :)

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12.0 km

Viewpoint over Ipsheim Vineyards and Windsheimer Basin

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On the paths through the Ipsheim vineyards, information boards provide information about the opposite grape varieties, about natural viticulture, the soil relief and about the Hoheneck Castle, which is owned …

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12.1 km

Hoheneck Castle

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Unfortunately, you can not visit the castle from the inside anymore. On a tour around the moat, you can still collect many impressions and enjoy the magnificent view. From time …

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13.3 km

View of Hoheneck Castle

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14.0 km

Ipsheim

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The cozy market town of Ipsheim is all about wine. All sorts of innkeepers and winemakers invite you all year round for a good drop of Franconian wine. The highlight …

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25.6 km

Ford and bridge at Naturpark Frankenhöhe

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A nice place to stay, especially in summer. Here you can sit on the bridge and let your legs dangle or wade through the ford to refresh yourself.

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27.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.8 km

3.38 km

2.73 km

1.86 km

Surfaces

15.1 km

4.33 km

3.85 km

3.70 km

638 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (300 m)

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