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Lower Franconia

Landkreis Schweinfurt

Donnersdorf

Falkenstein – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Donnersdorf

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Germany

Bavaria

Lower Franconia

Landkreis Schweinfurt

Donnersdorf

Falkenstein – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Donnersdorf

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Falkenstein – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Donnersdorf

02:51

42.1km

580m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

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Naturpark Steigerwald

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1.91 km

Falkenstein

Highlight • Settlement

The small village of Falkenstein is idyllically situated in the middle of the surrounding vineyards. Particularly noteworthy buildings are the Nikolauskirche and the rectory.

You will also find two inns here that are perfect for a break.

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4.47 km

Neuhof Chapel and Pond

Highlight • Religious Site

The center of the hamlet of Neuhof is the Catholic St. Anna chapel next to the village pond. It was built around 1900 and ends with a polygonal chancel. A small roof turret was placed on it.

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5.66 km

Zabelstein Castle Ruins

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After the original lords of the castle died out, the castle on the Zabelstein came into the possession of the Würzburg diocese around 1300. The prince-bishops had the castle expanded …

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5.80 km

Zabelstein Observation Tower and Ruins

Highlight • Viewpoint

On top of the 475 meter high Zabelstein is an observation tower accessible at all times. On its platform high above the treetops you have a unique view over the …

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11.8 km

Historic Wayside Shrine of Michelau

Highlight • Religious Site

The shaft is decorated with acanthus and fruit plant. He stands on a table pedestal. The top relief shows the pilgrimage miracle of the Fourteen Saints, a very detailed relief.

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21.9 km

Luitpold Linden Tree and Luitpold Monument in the Village Center

Highlight • Natural Monument

Location: In front of the parish church of St. Vitus

The massive old village linden tree in front of it is 400 years old, or even more, and a natural …

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36.7 km

Church of Hundelshausen

Highlight • Religious Site

In Hundelshausen you will find not only good restaurants but also this church.

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38.4 km

View of Zabelstein

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view of the Zabelstein and the vineyards

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42.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.5 km

11.9 km

3.59 km

2.20 km

906 m

Surfaces

35.8 km

3.75 km

2.23 km

262 m

Elevation

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Falkenstein – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Donnersdorf

Falkenstein

Neuhof Chapel and Pond

Zabelstein Castle Ruins

Zabelstein Observation Tower and Ruins

Historic Wayside Shrine of Michelau

Luitpold Linden Tree and Luitpold Monument in the Village Center

Church of Hundelshausen

View of Zabelstein

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