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My hike this time started in Gräfenberg, then I headed to Weißenohe with a brief stop at the 11th-century monastery church. Unfortunately, the path to the Lillach travertine terraces was completely icy, making every step a balancing act. I continued very carefully nonetheless... The roughly 10,000-year

Fresh snow, crisp winter air, a blue sky, and a silent forest accompanied me on my walk from Ungelstetten to Birkensee. The lake was completely frozen over, so I ventured onto the ice. Standing on the frozen lake and perceiving the winter landscape differently with each new perspective was a beautiful

On Boxing Day, I decided to go for a hike around Ungelstetten. The pine forest and the partly sandy soil have their own unique charm. The sun shone through the tree trunks in a cloudless blue sky.



I followed the bridle paths that wind softly through the sand. I took a break at the side of the path. No

This time I tackled the Ehrenbürg, better known as Walberla; a landmark of Franconian Switzerland. The mountain's official name is Ehrenbürg, but we Franconians affectionately call it Walberla. The name derives from the chapel dedicated to Saint Walburga. The path led me past small self-service fruit

Although I know the area well, I had never been to the Hainberg Nature Reserve. On a mild November day, I finally remedied that and was rewarded with expansive meadows, rare plants, vibrant autumn colors, and a peacefully grazing flock of sheep.



The Hainberg lies between the towns of Oberasbach, Stein

🍁 🍂With two friends, we hiked through colorful autumn forest

down into the Schwarzach Valley to Prakenfels.

Through gorges, over babbling streams

to Grünsberg Castle and the historic Sophienquelle spring.

In Burgthann, we then climbed steeply to the castle, with a magnificent view over the valley!

Back

On October 3rd, I set off for an autumn mountain bike tour at the Reichelsdorfer Keller. I cycled via Eibach to Stein, past charming half-timbered houses right on the Rednitz River. Then: long, flowing single trails through the Rednitz Valley. A highlight was the Gerasmühle mill – a historic town with

A sunny Saturday in mid-September, probably the last weekend with T-shirt weather. I set off early, almost alone, starting at Schönau am Königssee. The water was azure blue and clear as glass – almost kitsch-like, but authentic.

First destination: Malerwinkel. The path there is relatively short, gently

Starting in the Winkelhaid Forest: flowing trails, rooty paths, and fresh forest air. The route winds past clear springs, then rapidly descends to Feucht – a short break, enjoy an ice cream...

The climb to Rummelsberg is challenging, but the view from the top is worth every drop of sweat. The return route

Starting in Hersbruck, we relaxed along the river. Mostly paved bike paths on this leisurely tour, but also with many beautiful sections.

In Lauf, there was a brief ice age 🍦, then we continued towards Rückersdorf. From there: wonderful single trails over Pegnitz meadows and also directly along the Pegnitz