Höllental along the Selbitz – View of Hirschsprung Rock loop from Bad Steben

Höllental along the Selbitz – View of Hirschsprung Rock loop from Bad Steben

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Höllental along the Selbitz – View of Hirschsprung Rock loop from Bad Steben

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13.5km

180m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Naturpark Frankenwald

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3.56 km

Höllental (Frankenwald Nature Park)

Highlight • Gorge

The romantic Höllental with the viewpoints König David and Hirschsprung is one of the "hiking and cycling hot spots" in the Franconian Forest. Further sights: Jungfernsteg and Teufelssteg, Höllenthal hydroelectric power station with its 36-meter high water fountain.

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3.71 km

Höllental along the Selbitz

Highlight • Gorge

A wild, romantic valley to explore on foot or by bike.

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4.93 km

Rock Formations in Höllental

Highlight • Natural Monument

Again and again you pass various rock formations that are worth seeing.

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5.78 km

Höllental Hydroelectric Plant and Water Fountain

Highlight • Monument

In 1933, a wood mill was converted into the current hydroelectric power plant. Along the right bank of the Selbitz River, the 1.60-meter-high pipes run 1,855 meters in length, with …

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5.82 km

Höllental Water Fountain and Pavilion

Highlight • Natural Monument

A very beautiful spectacle is the water fountain at the hydroelectric power station, which is always seen on public holidays and on Sundays from spring to autumn. Really worth seeing.

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6.10 km

View of Hirschsprung Rock

Highlight • Viewpoint

A rocky peak high above the valley on which a wooden deer visible from the valley floor is reminiscent of the legend according to which deer that were cornered here tried to save themselves by jumping from the rock.

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