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Pottenstein High Trail

Pottenstein High Trail

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June 15, 2017

Pottenstein High Trail

Moderate

02:44

9.85km

3.6km/h

170m

170m

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Overview

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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418 m

Pottenstein Castle

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Pottenstein Castle is one of the oldest castles in Franconian Switzerland and houses a castle museum. It rises on a rock above the town of Pottenstein in the Upper Franconian district of Bayreuth in Bavaria.

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656 m

View of Pottenstein and Pottenstein Castle from the Hohe Warte

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Great view from the weather flag on the castle and Pottenstein

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1.60 km

Hofmann Chapel

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Beautiful place for rest and contemplation.. the next shelter is at the Himmelsleiter

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1.79 km

Himmelsleiter Observation Tower, Pottenstein

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Definitely worth going up the 150 steps. Free ascent with a great panoramic view.

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3.61 km

Elbersberg Field Chapel

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The contemplative, small Elbersberg chapel is located on the fine Pottenstein <> Elbersberg hiking trail. With a rest option next to it.

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6.44 km

Devil's Cave, Pottenstein

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The Devil's Cave is an impressive stalactite cave and part of the “Jura Caves Adventure World”. It is the largest of the numerous caves in Franconian Switzerland and a popular …

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9.85 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.92 km

3.13 km

1.60 km

783 m

417 m

Surfaces

3.35 km

1.95 km

1.48 km

1.38 km

1.12 km

564 m

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (370 m)

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