Hollerhöfe - Zu Gast im Dorf

A fairly easy route with beautiful views of the Schloßberg, on which at least 4 castles still stood in the Middle Ages. An eventful history repeatedly led to the destruction of the buildings, the remains that can still be seen today can be assigned to different epochs. ---------------------------- Accessible by bus and train

Family-friendly round trip in the Steinwald Nature Park near Kemnath. The castle ruin Waldeck, which is one of the oldest castle ruins in the Upper Palatinate, sits enthroned on the Schloßberg. From here there are great views of the stone forest, the St. Aegidius castle chapel and the EWILPA (Edible Wild Plant Park) circular route to explore.

The ascent to the Rauther Kulm summit is a bit rocky, but overall easy to do. The highlight is the observation tower, which is approx. 20 meters high and offers a beautiful view of the region. Parking is available in the adjacent village. ---------------------- Accessible by bus and train

Varied hiking trail in the Steinwald Nature Park, Bavaria. A lot of variety is guaranteed on this hike in the stone forest. After a good five and a half kilometers you reach the ruins of Weissenstein Castle, an impressive rock castle. It continues past the Schlossfelsen and the Wolfsgrube until you finally reach the summit of the Platte. The Upper Palatinate Tower there offers great views of the extensive forest landscape. Highlights of the hike: - Frauenreuther Weiher - Weissenstein...

This route leads through the nature park Steinwald to the castle ruins Weißenstein. The Castle was built in the 11th century and by the 13th century, was already a fortified position. The castle changed hands in the 14th century to the Notthafft Nobility who continued to add on to it. It was destroyed and rebuilt several times during the various battles for the Bavarian Throne after which, in 1550, was completely abandoned.