Vineyards Near Falkenstein – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Donnersdorf

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Donnersdorf

Vineyards Near Falkenstein – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Donnersdorf

Hard

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Vineyards Near Falkenstein – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Donnersdorf

01:07

12.2km

290m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Naturpark Steigerwald

LSG innerhalb des Naturparks Steigerwald (ehemals Schutzzone)

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939 m

Gipssee Donnersdorf

Highlight • Lake

The lake has its gorgeous turquoise blue color from gypsum mining, hence the gypsum lake near Donnersdorf. All around there is a footpath with seating. According to research, bathing is …

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3.11 km

Vineyards Near Falkenstein

Highlight • Natural

Great area, beautiful landscape should not be missed.

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5.41 km

View of Neuhof and Michelau in Steigerwald

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view with some highlights, which are described on a board.

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6.36 km

Tower Ruins in Steigerwald Nature Park

Highlight • Historical Site

Like many other castles, Zabelstein Castle was damaged in the Peasants’ War of 1525,

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6.40 km

Bauken Herz Hut at Zabelstein

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Very nice for a longer rest.

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6.49 km

Zabelstein Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

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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6.63 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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6.69 km