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Viertelstein Rock Formation near Mistelbach – Hirtenstein loop from Gesees

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Bavaria

Upper Franconia

Franconian Switzerland

Landkreis Bayreuth

Gesees

Viertelstein Rock Formation near Mistelbach – Hirtenstein loop from Gesees

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Viertelstein Rock Formation near Mistelbach – Hirtenstein loop from Gesees

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7.35km

90m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 30, 2026

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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3.04 km

Weidesbach at the Steinmühle

Highlight • Natural Monument

“A super beautiful path.”

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4.31 km

Viertelstein Rock Formation near Mistelbach

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Viertelstein near Mistelbach is a free-standing sandstone rock, which the locals also call the Devil's Rock. The striking, isolated rock shows beautifully the so-called honeycomb weathering on its surface. …

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4.72 km

Hirtenstein

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In Mistelbach, below the Bartholomäus Church, there is the natural monument called Hirtenstein. There is also a small viewing platform.

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7.35 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.53 km

1.66 km

996 m

113 m

Surfaces

4.79 km

1.35 km

1.04 km

119 m

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (380 m)

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Tuesday 12 May

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4°C

72 %

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