Edelweiss Hut – Arzberg Tower loop from Engelthal

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Edelweiss Hut – Arzberg Tower loop from Engelthal

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Edelweiss Hut – Arzberg Tower loop from Engelthal

05:19

18.8km

420m

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

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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3.78 km

Edelweiss Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Beautifully situated in the forest. Quaint hut with beautiful outdoor area. The key for the Arzberg Tower, about 1 kilometer away, can be borrowed there for a fee. (Note opening times).

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4.93 km

The trails to the Arzberg Tower are all easy to navigate without any particular difficulties (S0-S1). The observation tower is a popular hiking and cycling destination. The foundation stone for the observation tower at a height of 611 meters on the Arzberg was laid on July 16, 1885. You can get the tower key in the Edelweißhütte in Deckersberg (weekend).

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7.84 km

Deckersberg Forest Workers' Memorial

Highlight • Monument

It is worthwhile to have a look here not only because of the beautiful trail. The two panels "The Lord is my shepherd" and "Memory of an accidented forest worker" are placed under a beautiful cross, opposite is the figure of an alphorn player. Nice place to pause.

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8.39 km

Old Quarry

Highlight • Structure

In the old quarry you can still see the individual layers in which the limestone was mined. It can easily be overlooked from the path as it is a bit inconspicuous.

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12.2 km

Hersbruck Water Gate

Highlight • Monument

The water gate is part of the medieval city fortifications from the middle of the 15th century, built during the Hussite raids and preserved in ruins, and stands on the eastern edge of the historic old town. This city gate is called the Wassertor, because the Pegnitz flows by in the immediate vicinity, or the Lower Gate. The construction dates from 1601/02 and is the result of a renovation of the medieval gate. It has five upper floors and another floor in the half-hip roof. Directly in front of it is the paving customs house from 1690.

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12.3 km

Hersbruck Castle

Highlight • Castle

Built before 1000 as a castle to protect the Pegnitz Bridge. In 1360, Emperor Charles IV bought the land and had a house built for the New Bohemian administrator. In 1557 the old walls were laid in and a new official castle was built for the Nuremberg keeper. In 1616 it was raised and expanded. Since then it has remained almost unchanged in its structural substance. Magnificent stucco ceilings have been preserved inside. Instead of a tenth barn, a prison (Fronfeste) was built on the east side of the castle courtyard in 1840. It was the seat of the caretaker, district office and district office - today it is the district court.

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12.6 km

Hersbruck Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

It's worth strolling through this old town, located directly on the Pegnitz. Some restaurants to stop by. Pretty facades, a piece of city wall, a castle (now the district court), market square and much more.

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18.2 km

Hutanger (Historic Pasture Woodland)

Highlight • Forest

A Hutanger is historic pastureland that was traditionally grazed by the cattle of a village community. In these areas you can often find trees, especially oaks and fruit trees.

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