Schützweiher – Oberpfalzturm Observation Tower on Platte loop from Pullenreuth

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Schützweiher – Oberpfalzturm Observation Tower on Platte loop from Pullenreuth

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Schützweiher – Oberpfalzturm Observation Tower on Platte loop from Pullenreuth

03:00

10.0km

330m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

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Naturpark Steinwald

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406 m

Schützweiher

Highlight • Lake

The pond is called Schützweiher, not Sauerweiher. It was created by human hands in the 16th century to distribute water more fairly among the craftsmen.

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3.06 km

Hiker shelter on the Hut Trail, Naturpark Steinwald

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Shelter available in bad weather.

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4.75 km

Forest Trail in Steinwald Nature Park

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A trail for connoisseurs! The incoming sunlight, the gnarled trees, and the dense blueberry bushes. Simply beautiful!

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4.98 km

Oberpfalzturm Observation Tower on Platte

Highlight • Viewpoint

At an altitude of 946 meters, the Oberpfalz tower offers an ingenious panoramic view of the region. In good weather you can see all the way to the Bavarian Forest! Ideal for taking a break and enjoying the view.

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5.70 km

Steinwald Mushroom Shelter

Highlight • Rest Area

Interesting construction. Wonder what happens when the tree grows?

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7.84 km

Ghost Forest Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Here you can give your crafted spirits a new home. So the ghost forest gradually grows and becomes more and more scary. The children have a lot of fun finding …

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