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Germany
Bavaria
Upper Franconia
Franconian Switzerland
Forchheim
Egloffstein

View of Egloffstein Castle – Balkenstein Viewpoint loop from Äpfelbach

Routes
Hiking trails & Routes
Germany
Bavaria
Upper Franconia
Franconian Switzerland
Forchheim
Egloffstein

View of Egloffstein Castle – Balkenstein Viewpoint loop from Äpfelbach

Moderate

4.7

(106)

385

hikers

View of Egloffstein Castle – Balkenstein Viewpoint loop from Äpfelbach

03:04

10.4km

290m

Hiking

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

Last updated: February 3, 2026

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.06 km

Forest Trail in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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Before the forest path there is a large orchard.

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2

1.92 km

An idyllic view of the upper Trubachtal

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2.16 km

Path Along the Trubach

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Often very crowded on weekends when the weather is good.

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3.37 km

View of Egloffstein Castle

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The castle sits on a rock above the town of Egloffstein. Can be seen from many directions.

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4.43 km

A wonderful view of Egloffstein Castle and the town itself. A visit here is highly recommended. The bench is a perfect place to relax.

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4.79 km

Balkenstein Viewpoint

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The Balkenstein can be reached from the parking lot at the Egloffstein outdoor swimming pool. Walk past the Kneipp facility towards Mostviel and then follow the "Kulturweg 2" marker to …

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4.79 km

Beautiful hiking trail with some steep sections

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9.39 km

Schlehenmühle Inn

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everything your heart desires ..... hearty food with a very nice beer garden

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10.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.55 km

3.18 km

1.35 km

1.26 km

Surfaces

4.20 km

2.00 km

1.56 km

1.43 km

975 m

171 m

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Sunday 5 April

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