Mountain and valley tour

On this varied tour you will experience the medieval town of Hersbruck, Hohenstein Castle, proudly enthroned on the mountain, and the romantic Pegnitz valley. You can reach the starting point of Hersbruck from Nuremberg with the regional express in less than a quarter of an hour. So nothing stands in the way of your medieval cycling adventure.

You leave Hersbruck through the valley of the Sittenbach. If you still need some energy, it is worth stopping at the “Green Tree” in Kühnhofen. It's best to ask about the bird soup, then you'll be flying up the mountain, so to speak. In Aspertshofen there is a small rest area where you can fill up your drinking water bottle again before tackling the first climb. It is now steadily uphill through a wonderful landscape. After a short descent and another ascent you will reach Hohenstein. If you don't want to cycle up the last steep stretch, you can also take a leisurely stroll.

The view from Hohenstein Castle is fantastic. From the 634 meter high rock plateau you can see far over the Franconian Switzerland to the Franconian Forest when the weather is clear. After so many meters of altitude, you've earned a little refreshment. The “Hohensteiner Hof” cream puff café at the foot of the castle is known for its delicious, huge cream puffs.

After the geographical, cultural and culinary highlight of the tour, it is almost all downhill. You roll down to Rupprechtstegen in the beautiful Pegnitztal. You follow the river that meanders through the narrow valley. Vorra is one of the most beautifully situated places in the valley and there two castles with a beautiful park and an interesting church are waiting to be discovered by you.

Via Eschenbach with its picturesque moated castle, it goes back to Hersbruck, where you zigzag through the town and the great old town. The medieval buildings and structures invite you to explore and linger. At the end you can make a detour to the Michelsberg, from the restaurant there you have an excellent view of Hersbruck and can end the day comfortably. If you are still looking for an alternative to the traditional isotonic shandy drink, ask about Pomme200. The delicious apple juice comes from the orchards in the region. There is a wide variety of variations.