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Nürnberger Land
Kirchensittenbach

Hohenstein – SevenSummits in the Nuremberg region

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Hohenstein – SevenSummits in the Nuremberg region

03:06

10.1km

340m

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Hohenstein Castle is the highlight of the SevenSummits. Not just because of the great view you have from the well-preserved castle. It also marks the highest point in the Nuremberg …

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Last updated: August 14, 2025

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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4.47 km

Hohenstein Castle

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The highest point in the Nuremberg region, so you also have a beautiful view here. Visiting the castle requires some off-road mobility, but is highly recommended.

In winter, when there …

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6.12 km

Pretty little half-timbered town below Hohenstein.

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6.98 km

Märzenbecher Forest near Algersdorf

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

Please, please do not run between the plants and above all, do not pick them. Today I once again experienced a grandfather who allowed his grandson to pick one flower. …

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10.1 km

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6.92 km

1.63 km

766 m

448 m

352 m

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3.48 km

3.44 km

2.06 km

585 m

352 m

119 m

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Highest point (600 m)

Lowest point (380 m)

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March 5, 2023

Hohenstein Castle is the highlight of the SevenSummits. Not just because of the great view you have from the well-preserved castle. It also marks the highest point in the Nuremberg region. If you are interested in history, you can also visit the impressive walls. On the way you will also find some idyllic

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