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Knappenberg Ridge Trail – Neidstein Castle loop from Etzelwang

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Knappenberg Ridge Trail – Neidstein Castle loop from Etzelwang

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Knappenberg Ridge Trail – Neidstein Castle loop from Etzelwang

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12.2km

320m

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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: April 15, 2026

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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Knappenberg Ridge Trail

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Beautiful way whether hiking or with the Moumtainbike

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Erzweg (Iron Trail) – Amberg-Sulzbach Region

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Part of the Ore Trail.
This "quality hiking trail" is around 230 kilometers long. The main route runs from Pegnitz in Upper Franconia to Sulzbach-Rosenberg (Upper Palatinate). With seven additional loop paths, the surrounding villages and of course their restaurants are connected to the path. So far there are only about 20 of these certified quality hiking trails nationwide.

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Ridge trail in Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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Ascent to the first ridge path of this tour. Attention, in wet weather there is a high risk of slipping. Sticks are recommended.

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Neidstein Castle

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Neidstein Castle is a 16th century castle, it was built in 1513 as the residence of the von Brand family. According to finds and documentation, the original castle complex came from around 1050. In the course of the “Bavarian War”, the castle was burned down in the early 16th century. Below the castle, the "New Neidstein Castle" was built in 1513 on a rock terrace. The castle was owned by Hollywood actor and Oscar winner Nicolas Cage from 2006 to 2009, it is currently privately owned and unfortunately cannot be visited.

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