View of Falkenstein Rock – Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

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View of Falkenstein Rock – Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

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View of Falkenstein Rock – Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

01:10

4.05km

90m

Hiking

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 3.97 km for 27 m

Waypoints

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Parking

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35 m

Falkenstein Estate

Highlight • Historical Site

Falkenstein has its own idyllic atmosphere. A modern farm in partially historic buildings, then further down to the valley, the remaining buildings of the former outer bailey and finally the …

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188 m

Ascent to Falkenstein

Highlight • Climb

First, a narrow path with a few steps and a few roots leads to the first obstacle: climbing over the wooden beams.
This section requires a high level of surefootedness. …

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272 m

View of Falkenstein Rock

Highlight • Viewpoint

You cannot climb up the Falkenstein, as the birds are currently breeding.

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359 m

Jägersteg Bridge over the Brenz

Highlight • Bridge

Orion and I often walk here, because meadows, forests, hills and rocks alternate. Many round trips are selectable depending on preferences. Fully recommended for the whole family! 👍👍

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1.24 km

Zoeppritz Trail

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The Zoeppritz-Weg is a hiking trail through the forest. Either down into the Brenz valley or up to the Buigenhütte. This is how hiking is fun :-)

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1.59 km

Eselsburger Valley

Highlight • Gorge

The Eselsburger Tal forms a section of the Brenz. The river flows from the Anhausen monastery near Herbrechtingen in a loop of the sharply narrowing valley around the "Buigen" ridge. …

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1.67 km

Beaver Lodge Learning Station Eselsburg

Highlight • Rest Area

This "learning place Brenz" is located near "Eselsburg" / Herbrechtingen, in the district of Heidenheim in Baden-Württemberg.
- at this learning location the focus is on "beaver construction" or you …

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