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: October 22, 2025

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Naturpark Steinwald

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1.10 km

Fuchsmühl Wood Battle Memorial

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The law is centuries old and used to be existential for the farmers: they were allowed to cut wood for their own use in the forest of their landlord. This …

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3.50 km

Village for Mountain Spirits

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If you look closely, you will find small houses everywhere in the rock.

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7.20 km

Kiebitzstein Rock Arch

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Great rock gate that is just below the castle. Turn downhill at the western point of the Burggrundgangs, after a few meters you are there

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7.20 km

Kiebitzstein Rock Arch

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One of the most beautiful stone formations in the Steinwald, the ascent to Weißenstein via this path is a bit more demanding but definitely worthwhile.

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7.29 km

View of the Weißenstein Castle ruins

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Towering over the Steinwald Nature Park, the Weissenstein castle ruins are enthroned. It originally dates from the 11th century and was used until around 1550 as Ganerbenburg (which is almost …

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7.31 km

Weißenstein Ruins

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In the heart of the Steinwald Forest, on a rocky outcrop, stands the well-preserved ruins of Weissenstein Castle. At the end of the 13th century, a simple fortified castle already …

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7.63 km

Forest Path to Weißenstein Castle Ruins (Steinwald Nature Park)

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Great alternative to the boring forest roads. In wet weather, waterproof shoes are mandatory, sure-footedness anyway

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12.4 km

View of Mitterteich from Herzogöd

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Wonderful view from Herzogöd to Mitterteich

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13.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.2 km

1.50 km

1.12 km

108 m

Surfaces

5.72 km

2.87 km

2.52 km

1.47 km

397 m

Elevation

Highest point (820 m)

Lowest point (630 m)

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Kiebitzstein Rock Arch

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View of the Weißenstein Castle ruins

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