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Franconian Switzerland

King Ludwig's Rock – Wiesent Valley loop from Engelhardsberg

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Upper Franconia

Franconian Switzerland

King Ludwig's Rock – Wiesent Valley loop from Engelhardsberg

Moderate

3.8

(5)

30

hikers

King Ludwig's Rock – Wiesent Valley loop from Engelhardsberg

00:45

2.48km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

148 m

Druids' Cave

Highlight • Cave

Riesenburg - Versturzhöhle: A visit is definitely worth it. Very impressive cave and great view into the Wiesent valley.

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2

189 m

King Ludwig's Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

To be enjoyed with caution on rainy days

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3

305 m

Rest stone on Brunnweg

Highlight • Natural Monument

In the past, heavy loads, back carriers, necklaces or baskets were placed on such stones. You could take a breather without taking the burden off. The description can be found on the beautiful display board.

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4

603 m

Bridges over the Wiesent

Highlight • Bridge

Right next to the Wanderer Bridge over the Wiesent is a picnic table and 2 information boards.

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5

661 m

Bridge Near Doos

Highlight • Bridge

6

839 m

Wiesent Valley

Highlight • River

A beautiful, comfortable path that invites you to stroll along

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7

1.43 km

Wiesent Footbridge and Weir at Doos

Highlight • Bridge

Located directly next to a former outdoor swimming pool… fine crossing with weir system

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8

2.27 km

View of Riesenburg Cave

Highlight • Cave

B

2.48 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.68 km

289 m

284 m

233 m

Surfaces

1.85 km

284 m

138 m

129 m

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< 100 m

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