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Lower Franconia

Geißstein Rock Formation – Altenstein Castle Ruins loop from Galgenberg-Goßberg

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Lower Franconia

Geißstein Rock Formation – Altenstein Castle Ruins loop from Galgenberg-Goßberg

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Geißstein Rock Formation – Altenstein Castle Ruins loop from Galgenberg-Goßberg

01:43

5.88km

160m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 14, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Haßberge

LSG innerhalb des Naturparks Hassberge (ehemals Schutzzone)

Waypoints

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Start point

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1.51 km

Geißstein Rock Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

Nice rest area right on the Geißstein. The boulders in this place are really impressive!

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2

2.66 km

Altenstein Outdoor Swimming Pool

Highlight • Rest Area

Swimming with a view: The Altenstein outdoor pool in the Haßberge Mountains
In Altenstein in the Haßberge district there is a special outdoor pool. From the terraces, visitors can enjoy …

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3

2.86 km

Altenstein Village Square Fountain

Highlight • Structure

The residents of Altenstein meet at this fountain. Hikers can also take a rest here under cover.

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4

3.09 km

Evangelical Church of Altenstein

Highlight • Religious Site

The community had originally planned to have the old Protestant church from 1561 demolished. But the monument protection authorities intervened. As a result, the church fell into increasing disrepair. After …

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5

3.12 km

Altenstein Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

The castle ruins are located on a 452 meter high hill. From here you have a great view of the Haßberge and in good weather the view even extends as far as Bamberg.

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6

3.94 km

Altenstein Nesting Station

Highlight • Structure

The old distribution tower has received new residents: a home for birds and insects has been created here.

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7

4.33 km

View of Altenstein Castle Ruins

Highlight • Viewpoint

During the fruit blossom season, the view of the ruins is particularly beautiful.

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8

4.65 km

View of Altenstein Castle and Village

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you got here, you'll soon have made it. The rear view is also great.

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5.88 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.27 km

1.28 km

263 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.36 km

1.25 km

1.07 km

603 m

571 m

< 100 m

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Friday 26 June

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