View of Erlangen – Mindful on the Way Chapel loop from Effeltrich

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View of Erlangen – Mindful on the Way Chapel loop from Effeltrich

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View of Erlangen – Mindful on the Way Chapel loop from Effeltrich

06:21

22.7km

420m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very 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 19, 2026

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

Streuobst, Kopfeichen und Quellen am Hetzleser Berg

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Orchard meadows on Hetzleser Berg

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Half-timbered houses in Hetzles

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View of Hetzles

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Mindful on the Way Chapel

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On the Jakobusweg from Effeltrich in the direction of Hetzles on the "Oberen Bühl" there is an unusual octagonal corridor chapel. Its designation "Mindful of the Path" indicates the importance …

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