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Upper Franconia

Franconian Switzerland

Landkreis Bayreuth

Panoramic view of Oberwaiz – Eckersdorf Forest Hut loop from Eckersdorf

Bike touring routes & trails

Upper Franconia

Franconian Switzerland

Landkreis Bayreuth

Panoramic view of Oberwaiz – Eckersdorf Forest Hut loop from Eckersdorf

Moderate

4.3

(4)

18

riders

Panoramic view of Oberwaiz – Eckersdorf Forest Hut loop from Eckersdorf

01:30

20.6km

210m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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Teufelsloch

Waypoints

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Start point

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1

981 m

Hohe Straße Cycle Path

Highlight • Cycleway

A very nice bike path

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2

2.30 km

Panoramic view of Oberwaiz

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful views of Oberwaiz and the Bayreuth Basin, the Fichtel Mountains and the Kulm. A small bench invites you to rest.

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3

2.34 km

Panoramic bench with a view of Bayreuth and the Fichtelgebirge

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Nice view over Bayreuth to the Fichtelgebirge and the Kulm. Bench to rest and let the area work.

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4

4.44 km

Teufelsloch Entrance

Highlight • Gorge

Great natural gorge. Less suitable for the bike. A descent is rewarded with pure nature!

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5

4.47 km

Waterfall and Rock Formations in Upper Franconia Forest

Highlight • Waterfall

A really great place, here you can unwind and enjoy nature.

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6

6.60 km

Eckersdorf Forest Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Opening hours:
Closed on Mondays
Tuesday 15: 00-22: 00
Wednesday 15: 00-22: 00
Thursday 15: 00-22: 00
Friday 11: 00-22: 00
Saturday 11: 00-22: 00
Sunday 11: 00-22: 00

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7

6.70 km

Wooden Sculptures of Women on the Walderlebnispfad

Highlight • Monument

The two wooden ladies welcome all visitors to the forest adventure trail.

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8

19.8 km

Fantaisie Palace and Park

Highlight • Castle

The 18th century castle now houses a garden art museum. The outside area of the castle with the castle park is also very beautiful.

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B

20.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.79 km

6.29 km

3.51 km

1.73 km

1.25 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.2 km

5.47 km

4.16 km

649 m

119 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (450 m)

Lowest point (340 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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8°C

29 %

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