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Vogtland
Saale-Orla-Kreis
Ranis

Zechsteinriff geological trail with the Pinsenberg

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Vogtland
Saale-Orla-Kreis
Ranis

Zechsteinriff geological trail with the Pinsenberg

Moderate

4.8

(48)

153

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Zechsteinriff geological trail with the Pinsenberg

02:11

7.70km

170m

Hiking

This circular hike runs between Krölpa and Ranis through the Pinsenberg nature reserve. The mountains here were once reefs covered by the sea. With castles and caves, bats and bison, this tour is an exciting experience for the whole family.

You can either start the hike at the castle hill…

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Last updated: June 28, 2024

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324 m

Ranis Castle

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There has been a fortification on the castle hill since the 11th century. In 1084, Emperor Henry IV enfeoffed Wiprecht von Groitzsch, the later Margrave of Meissen and Lusatia, with the Castrum Ranis - the first documented mention. (Wikipedia)

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1.59 km

Ranis Wisent Enclosure

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The bison enclosure is located between Krölpa and Ranis and can be visited daily. Many families use the enclosure as a hiking destination and the children's eyes light up.

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2.18 km

Hertha Cave

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Very interesting cave in which Stone Age people may have once lived.

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Krölpa-Ranis

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5.97 km

Brandenstein Castle

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Brandenstein Castle, also known as Brandenstein Castle, stands on a Zechstein reef in the Brandenstein district of the town of Ranis in the Saale-Orla district in Thuringia 🏰.

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7.70 km

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2.55 km

2.13 km

2.12 km

911 m

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3.04 km

2.55 km

1.52 km

557 m

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April 9, 2024

This circular hike runs between Krölpa and Ranis through the Pinsenberg nature reserve. The mountains here were once reefs covered by the sea. With castles and caves, bats and bison, this tour is an exciting experience for the whole family.



You can either start the hike at the castle hill in Ranis or

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Trail Reviews

Nadine Zengerle
April 30, 2025, Geopfad Zechsteinriff Pinsenberg

A lovely walk after visiting Ranis Castle. A scenic walk through the countryside across the valley to the other side, to Brandenstein. Then back uphill to Ranis, where we finish the day at Café Ilse. Very tastefully furnished, lovingly decorated, and a good selection of ice cream and cakes.

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The tour started at the parking lot below Ranis Castle. On the Geopfad Zechsteinriffe it went via the bison enclosure (the Fito accidentally says bison enclosure), Teufelskanzel and Herta cave to the NSG Pinsenberg (the pictures erroneously say Pinsberg). The ascent there is worthwhile with a fantastic view. Via Brandenstein Castle we went to Ranis Castle. The castle itself can only be visited on weekends, but we were allowed to take a quick look at the entrance area. The view of Ranis Castle was also allowed. Ranis Castle can be visited, entry €6, which we did. Another nice tour in 💚 Germany 🥰

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Today I took a short walk around Ranis. My destination was Brandenstein Castle 🏰. Apparently it's open for viewing on Sundays and you can offer your art objects - Cash for Rares. There's also a cafe. If you can read, I only did it online at home, you'll have an advantage. Unfortunately, it doesn't continue until January 12th, 2025. Despite everything, the castle is very pretty to look at 🏰. It was a nice walk with views and the company of the sun ☀️ This was definitely my last tour this year. I wish you a happy New Year, have a good start 🎉

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