Katzenstein Viewpoint – Schornfelsen Hut loop from Steinach im Kinzigtal

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Katzenstein Viewpoint – Schornfelsen Hut loop from Steinach im Kinzigtal

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Katzenstein Viewpoint – Schornfelsen Hut loop from Steinach im Kinzigtal

05:16

17.3km

540m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 4.11 km for 152 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.84 km

Weber's Cross

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In 1933 the farmer had this wayside cross built where the “Schille Cross” once stood.
The location, the foundation of that vanished cross, had previously been shown in a strange way.

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4.18 km

Katzenstein Viewpoint

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In the middle of the trees, an imposing collection of rocks is very easy to walk on and with a great view

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7.94 km

View of the Hohengeroldseck Valley

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great view of the Hohengeroldseck

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8.22 km

Nilleck Viewpoint

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This path leads to the Höhengasthaus Nillhof and offers a great view of the Kinzig and Harmersbach valleys. The distant view of the surrounding mountains is also impressive.

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8.98 km

View of the Harmersbach and Kinzig valleys

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From this point you have a wonderful view of the Nillhöfe, the Harmbersbachtal and the Kinzigtal.

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10.8 km

Schornfelsen Hut

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2 tables and benches, both covered.

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13.8 km

Lenz Hut

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The pretty hut above Bollenbach has a flaw - you have no view. Nevertheless you can sit here, there are benches.

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17.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.1 km

4.47 km

819 m

609 m

162 m

123 m

Surfaces

5.48 km

5.10 km

3.95 km

2.56 km

114 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (640 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Monday 12 October

17°C

3°C

20 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Comments

December 7, 2023,Wanderung um Bollenbach

Today a lap with Martin around Bollenbach.
On the left side high above Weber's Cross towards Katzenstein, but before that we wanted to take a look at a wolf's den, see the explanation board for more details.
Then back again and over the Katzenstein and on the ridge path over the Bollenbacher Eck to the Oberentersbacher Hütte.
The way back …

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