View from the Arnsteinfels – Großer Waldstein loop from Weißenstadter Forst-Nord

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Landkreis Wunsiedel im Fichtelgebirge

Weißenstadt

View from the Arnsteinfels – Großer Waldstein loop from Weißenstadter Forst-Nord

Hard

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View from the Arnsteinfels – Großer Waldstein loop from Weißenstadter Forst-Nord

02:19

20.5km

350m

Running

Hard run. 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: August 9, 2026

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Naturpark Fichtelgebirge

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10.9 km

View from the Arnsteinfels

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The Arnsteinfels was already one of the popular viewing points on the Waldstein in the 17th century.
The name is derived from the earlier names "Narrenstein" and later "Arnstein", although …

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13.6 km

Waldstein Granite Quarry

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Waldstein granite is very popular and of high quality. It is mined in this quarry. It is light gray to pastel yellow in color with a uniform, medium-grain structure.

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13.7 km

Napoleon's Hat

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There are two Napoleon hats in the Fichtel Mountains: one here on the way to Waldstein and one in the rock labyrinth. You need a bit of imagination to recognize the bicorn hat in both cases.

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13.9 km

There are several rock formations around the Waldstein, which have taken on special shapes due to weathering and erosion. This stone has the name "The whale from the forest stone" and looks confusingly similar to Moby Dick.

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14.5 km

Großer Waldstein

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A visit to the Waldsteinhaus is a great way to round off a day of hiking.
The inn has been renovated inside (summer 2024) and is now handicapped accessible. The …

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14.5 km

Waldstein Rock Trail

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A very rewarding destination 👍🔝

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19.2 km

Dr. Goepel Memorial Stone

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The doctor was an excellent connoisseur of the Fichtelgebirge, a lover of home and nature, who could be found in the mountains at any time of the year.

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20.5 km

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Bus stop

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