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Middle Franconia

Landkreis Ansbach

Merkendorf Town Gate – Merkendorf natural outdoor pool loop from Merkendorf

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Middle Franconia

Landkreis Ansbach

Merkendorf Town Gate – Merkendorf natural outdoor pool loop from Merkendorf

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4.8

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28

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Merkendorf Town Gate – Merkendorf natural outdoor pool loop from Merkendorf

01:48

6.97km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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923 m

Speckergraben Wetland

Highlight • Natural

2

3.48 km

Frankenland-Alpaka Farm

Highlight • Structure

Great alpaca farm. Here you can rent alpacas for a hike or go on guided hikes in groups. The owner answers every question and is very nice. The stable is …

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5.73 km

Historic Old Town of Merkendorf

Highlight • Historical Site

A completely preserved city wall from the 14th century with eight city wall towers and three city gates is a testimony to an eventful history. A special gem is the …

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4

5.80 km

Merkendorf Town Gate

Highlight • Monument

Part of the city fortifications in Merkendorf.

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5

6.80 km

Weißbachmühle Natural Swimming Pool

Highlight • Lake

6

6.84 km

Merkendorf natural outdoor pool

Highlight • Lake

You can swim well here.

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6.97 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.51 km

1.51 km

914 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.44 km

1.87 km

1.08 km

528 m

< 100 m

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