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Hetzles

Mindful on the Way Chapel – View of Hetzles loop from Hetzles

Easy

4.8

(17)

70

hikers

Mindful on the Way Chapel – View of Hetzles loop from Hetzles

01:43

6.63km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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95 m

Decorative dovecote in Hetzles

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A dovecote is used for the breeding and keeping of domestic pigeons and offers them protection against the weather and natural enemies. Special forms of freestanding dovecotes are pigeon towers and pigeon houses.

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1.57 km

Bench with a nice view

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4

3.92 km

Rest bench under trees at the fallen memorial. An old wayside shrine can also be found.

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4.10 km

Mindful on the Way Chapel

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On the Jakobusweg from Effeltrich in the direction of Hetzles on the "Oberen Bühl" there is an unusual octagonal corridor chapel. Its designation "Mindful of the Path" indicates the importance …

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4.11 km

Octagonal Wayside Chapel in Effeltrich

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The unusual octagonal-shaped chapel stands on the cycle and farm track from Effeltrich towards Hetzles on the Oberer Bühl.

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5.82 km

View of Hetzles

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Very nice and panoramic tour. If it has rained for a long time, the path towards Gaiganz is really muddy. Recommendation: Bakery Mehl -Dorfladen - in Effeltrich, good pastries and friendly service

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6.63 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.99 km

924 m

716 m

Surfaces

2.87 km

2.29 km

685 m

669 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 11 October

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