The Dwarf Cave – Hollenberger Gate loop from Burgruine Hollenberg

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The Dwarf Cave – Hollenberger Gate loop from Burgruine Hollenberg

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The Dwarf Cave – Hollenberger Gate loop from Burgruine Hollenberg

01:36

5.65km

90m

Hiking

Hard hike. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 651 m for 55 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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78 m

Chapel at Hollenberg

Highlight • Religious Site

Nice place with a small chapel for a little break, opposite is the driveway to the Hollenberg castle ruins. The remarkable chapel is located near the mountain station, a small beer garden with a kiosk, Hollenberg.

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275 m

Hollenberg Mountain Station

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Nice, small snack bar with good snacks, there is also a vending machine for drinks. However, only open on weekends and with a limited number of seats, arriving early ensures the best seats.

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677 m

The Dwarf Cave

Highlight • Cave

Nice cave with two entrances and several cross connections, the passage length is about 100m. The somewhat arduous ascent, leaving the bike down below, is worth it, don't forget your torch.

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787 m

Gnomenbrünnlein

Highlight • Cave

In the vicinity of the dwarf cave there is another cave, the Kühloch or Gnomenbrünnlein is a small indoor cave that is well worth seeing. It is right on the way and cannot be missed.

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956 m

Dwarves' Cave

Highlight • Cave

Beautiful cave in an enchanting forest. Those who manage the steep ascent can look forward to a small cave adventure, as the Zwergenhöhle can be entered for approx. 100 m. A flashlight is useful!

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2.43 km

Brandtal Rock Formations

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful hiking trail through the Brandtal. Some rock formations are to be explored.

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5.42 km

Rock Passage in Franconian Switzerland Nature Park

Highlight • Gorge

Nice little highlight, just before the mountain station

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5.42 km

Hollenberger Gate

Highlight • Gorge

Gigantic rock breakthrough beer garden in front of it to pause.

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5.65 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.75 km

795 m

575 m

539 m

Surfaces

1.94 km

1.85 km

1.20 km

355 m

174 m

140 m

Elevation

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Highest point (500 m)

Lowest point (410 m)

Weather

Tuesday 27 October

11°C

3°C

81 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

October 3, 2021,Zwergenhöhle und Gnomenbrünlein Runde um Hollenberg

Great round with the kids. Start is in Hollenberg, where you go straight up to the old ruin. Not much is left, but you have a great view of Franconian Switzerland. It continues with the dwarf cave and the gnome fountain. The caves should not be explored between October and March, for the sake of bats. You go through the …

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