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View of Hohenstein Castle – Hiking trail along the Pegnitz loop from Rupprechtstegen

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View of Hohenstein Castle – Hiking trail along the Pegnitz loop from Rupprechtstegen

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View of Hohenstein Castle – Hiking trail along the Pegnitz loop from Rupprechtstegen

03:56

13.8km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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Start point

Train Station

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2.08 km

Waterfall and spring in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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The Harnbach plunges here over several tufa steps, forming a small, enchanted waterfall.

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3.18 km

Abandoned cottage in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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This is where nature prevails.

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4.93 km

View of Hohenstein Castle

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Nice view of the Paul Pfinzing way to Hohenstein Castle, the landmark of the Franconian Jura.

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5.98 km

Hohenstein Castle

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The name says it all: Be sure to try the cream puffs when you stop for coffee.

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5.98 km

Hohensteiner Hof Cream Puff Café

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The Hohensteiner Hof cream puff café has a reputation that extends at least as far as the view from Hohenstein Castle. Definitely go there! Warning: the cream puffs are huge. …

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11.2 km

Half-timbered houses in Enzendorf

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Beautiful half-timbered building in Enzendorf

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12.2 km

Hiking trail along the Pegnitz

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Between the Harnbacher Mühle and Rupprechtstegen, the hiking trail leads very close to the Pegnitz. Wonderfully picturesque, with the green meadows and the shady forests on the shore.

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13.1 km

Waterfall in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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Idyllic place with a rest area (also with a table) and a refreshingly cool stream for tired wrists/feet 😊

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13.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.99 km

3.07 km

2.11 km

537 m

Surfaces

5.27 km

4.28 km

1.72 km

1.54 km

791 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (370 m)

Weather

Monday 18 May

17°C

5°C

29 %

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View of Hohenstein Castle – Hiking trail along the Pegnitz loop from Rupprechtstegen

Waterfall and spring in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

Abandoned cottage in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

View of Hohenstein Castle

Hohenstein Castle

Hohensteiner Hof Cream Puff Café

Half-timbered houses in Enzendorf

Hiking trail along the Pegnitz

Waterfall in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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