Abtswind Reed Sandstone Quarry – Schorsch-Eckhoff Hut loop from Abtswind

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Abtswind

Abtswind Reed Sandstone Quarry – Schorsch-Eckhoff Hut loop from Abtswind

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Abtswind Reed Sandstone Quarry – Schorsch-Eckhoff Hut loop from Abtswind

02:22

8.17km

210m

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: August 5, 2026

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Naturpark Steigerwald

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1.01 km

Horse Chestnut Natural Monument

Highlight • Natural Monument

Official natural monument of a large chestnut tree 🌰.

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1.37 km

Hasenberg Rabbit Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

Small rabbit figure symbolizes the name of the vineyard, the Hasenberg.
Nicely done!

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1.85 km

Old Quarry Cart and Information Board

Highlight • Monument

The chassis of an old Lohre and a notice board show that there is still a quarry in the mountain that is still in use today and that the green reed sandstone is mined.

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2.10 km

Abtswind Reed Sandstone Quarry

Highlight • Structure

The green reed sandstone is mined here to this day. As early as the Middle Ages, builders / artists used the Abtswinder reed sandstone for its high quality and unusual …

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5.00 km

Friedrichsberg Hunting Lodge and Former Forest Tavern Zum Goldenen Reh

Highlight • Historical Site

The Waldschenke, a popular restaurant for hikers, has been closed since 2006. Economic reasons had made the difference. Around € 300,000 would have been necessary as an investment. The viewing platform offers a fantastic view.

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6.40 km

View from the Frankenblick over the vineyards of Abtswind

Highlight • Viewpoint

Below the Friedrichsberg and amidst lush vineyards you will find the viewpoint Frankenblick. Your view wanders over the Steigerwald, the Steigerwaldvorland and with good visibility to the Rhön. A perfect place for a rest, especially thanks to the cozy benches.

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6.57 km

Schorsch-Eckhoff Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Practical and good. Best location.

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7.23 km

Liebespfad Abtswind

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This path winds through forest and sunken paths. There are beautiful viewpoints every now and then. Signs with sayings make you smile or make you think. There are places to …

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