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View of Randeck Castle – Essing Bridge Gatehouse loop from Schlott

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View of Randeck Castle – Essing Bridge Gatehouse loop from Schlott

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View of Randeck Castle – Essing Bridge Gatehouse loop from Schlott

03:38

13.3km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Naturpark Altmühltal

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5.66 km

View of the Tatzelwurm Bridge

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The longest wooden bridge in the EU can be easily photographed from all directions. Beautiful

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6.44 km

Scenic view of Essing

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Nice and quiet place. Beautiful nature.

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6.56 km

View of Essing and the Altmühl River

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Idyllically located village of Essing directly on the water and below Randeck Castle.

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6.62 km

Josef Deifl Monument in Essing

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Infantryman Deifl - recorded his experiences in the Napoleonic Wars in his diary.
Josef Deifl, born in Essing in 1790, survived the Napoleonic Wars as a private. He recorded his …

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6.64 km

Essing Wooden Bridge and Bridge Tower

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A very photogenic place with an idyllic setting of a wooden bridge, the Altmühl and Essing rivers, with its houses built directly against the Jura rock face.

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6.65 km

Essing is situated in a tranquil setting in the Altmühltal. Randeck Castle watches over the market town. Numerous hiking trails and treks invite you to explore. From the Stone Age to the Middle Ages, there is a lot to explore.

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6.77 km

Bierhotel Schneider

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In the brewery inn you will be treated to culinary delicacies and the best home-brewed beer. Chef Johannes Schneider refines local and seasonal products into sophisticated and tasty menus.

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6.89 km

Essing Bridge Gatehouse

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The entrance gate to Essing over the 46 m long wooden bridge, today an admired historical monument and photo motif. The round arches are clearly visible on the town hall square.

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13.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

809 m

749 m

243 m

141 m

Surfaces

8.44 km

3.76 km

455 m

367 m

265 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (470 m)

Lowest point (350 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

18°C

9°C

76 %

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View of Randeck Castle – Essing Bridge Gatehouse loop from Schlott

View of the Tatzelwurm Bridge

Scenic view of Essing

View of Essing and the Altmühl River

Josef Deifl Monument in Essing

Essing Wooden Bridge and Bridge Tower