Ruins of Neideck Castle – Hummerstein Trail loop from Forchheim Nord

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Ruins of Neideck Castle – Hummerstein Trail loop from Forchheim Nord

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3.6

(15)

riders

Ruins of Neideck Castle – Hummerstein Trail loop from Forchheim Nord

04:35

52.4km

1,050m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 14.5 km for 53 m

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Train Station

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2.29 km

Snake Trail

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Along the Jägersburggraben in the Kellerwald. Beware of moisture due to many rocks and roots.

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16.1 km

Ebermannstadt Market Square

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Ebermannstadt is the central city in the heart of Franconian Switzerland.

The slender church tower of the St. Nikolauskirche shows the way to the old town of Ebermannstadt with its …

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19.9 km

Kamelbuckel Trail to Neideck Castle

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After a sporty climb, you suddenly find yourself on a really fun trail. It leads along the slope in waves and spits you out just before the Neideck castle ruins. It's just great fun!

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21.4 km

Ruins of Neideck Castle

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The castle ruins Neideck is one of the landmarks of Franconian Switzerland. She was at risk of falling for a long time and was unable to enter. Since 2008 it's …

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23.9 km

Bench with a view of Neideck Castle

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Small bench at the edge of the path where it is worth taking a break with a great view of Neideck

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26.2 km

Brocksanlage

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28.9 km

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30.0 km

Schönblick viewpoint over the Wiesent Valley

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A beautiful view over the Wiesenttal from a rock. A railing protects against falling and a bank invites you to linger.

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31.2 km

Hummerstein Trail

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As in the rainforest, with overgrown cellar vaults

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41.6 km

Burg Feuerstein Airfield

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Burg Feuerstein Airfield is a Bavarian commercial airfield near Ebermannstadt. It is licensed for motor aircraft, motor gliders, gliders, and ultralight aircraft up to 2000 kg (PPR 5700 kg), as well as balloons and helicopters up to 5700 kg.

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