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Upper Franconia

Franconian Switzerland

Balkenstein Viewpoint – View of Egloffstein Castle loop from Egloffstein

Hiking trails & Routes

Upper Franconia

Franconian Switzerland

Balkenstein Viewpoint – View of Egloffstein Castle loop from Egloffstein

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Balkenstein Viewpoint – View of Egloffstein Castle loop from Egloffstein

02:49

9.71km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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1.27 km

View of Egloffstein and Egloffstein Castle

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A wonderful view of Egloffstein Castle and the town itself. A visit here is highly recommended. The bench is a perfect place to relax.

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1.62 km

Balkenstein Viewpoint

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The Balkenstein can be reached from the parking lot at the Egloffstein outdoor swimming pool. Walk past the Kneipp facility towards Mostviel and then follow the "Kulturweg 2" marker to …

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1.62 km

Forest path in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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Beautiful hiking trail with some steep sections

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5.80 km

Schlehenmühle Inn

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everything your heart desires ..... hearty food with a very nice beer garden

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6.98 km

Forest Trail in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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Before the forest path there is a large orchard.

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7.84 km

View of Egloffstein Castle from Mostviel an der Trubach

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An idyllic view of the upper Trubachtal

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8.08 km

Path Along the Trubach

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Often very crowded on weekends when the weather is good.

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9.30 km

View of Egloffstein Castle

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The castle sits on a rock above the town of Egloffstein. Can be seen from many directions.

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9.71 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.28 km

3.12 km

1.55 km

732 m

Surfaces

4.03 km

2.01 km

1.75 km

1.44 km

237 m

188 m

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Lowest point (340 m)

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