Ascent to the Räuber-Heigl Cave – Kötztinger Hut loop from Grafenwiesen

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Ascent to the Räuber-Heigl Cave – Kötztinger Hut loop from Grafenwiesen

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Ascent to the Räuber-Heigl Cave – Kötztinger Hut loop from Grafenwiesen

05:24

16.3km

630m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 6.55 km for 101 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.77 km

Ascent to the Räuber-Heigl Cave

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Nice climb to the robber Heigl cave 👍

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6.21 km

Robber Heigl Cave

Highlight • Cave

Small, somewhat hidden cave with two chambers. It once offered shelter to the robber Michael Heigl until his hiding place was discovered through treachery.

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6.57 km

Signpost at the Kreuzfelsen summit

Highlight • Monument

From the imposing Kreuzfelsen you have a wonderful view... A signpost shows the distance to numerous capital cities

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7.98 km

Mittagstein War Memorial Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

The site features a chapel with memorial stone and cross for the fallen of the wars. Nice vantage point. View at the Kreuzfelsen but many times better.

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8.16 km

Kötztinger Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Kötztinger Hütte is a true hiking highlight.
In addition to delicious food and drinks, it offers a large terrace that is partly covered.

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8.36 km

View of the Hohenbogen

Highlight • Viewpoint

11.8 km

Viewpoint

14.3 km

Mossy Forest Trail in Naturpark Oberer Bayerischer Wald

Highlight • Forest

16.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.83 km

4.42 km

2.30 km

1.44 km

1.35 km

Surfaces

7.53 km

3.96 km

2.24 km

1.50 km

980 m

119 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 11 October

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Comments

January 9, 2024,Wanderung von Grafenwiesen über den Kreuzfelsen zum Mittagstein und über den Reiterberg zurück

A beautiful and demanding hike that requires good fitness and sure-footedness, especially in the cold season when the rocks are icy and the paths are slippery.
The path first leads comfortably through the forest, then challengingly through a rocky landscape.
When you reach the Kreuzfelsen (999 m), a grandiose, huge cross appears that rises above the Kaitenberg. From here you …

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