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Effeltrich

Welcome to Effeltrich, a charming destination in the district of Forchheim, Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the important information about this idyllic community.

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Attractions in Effeltrich


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Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
The Kopfeichenweg on Hetzleser Berg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 9.6 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 219 m
Descent 219 m

On the Kopfeichenweg near Hetzles, you will find not only a magical forest world full of small and large wonders. Here, you will surely also find ...

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from Alexander Pavel,   Community
Hiking Trail · Streuobst, Kopfeichen und Quellen am Hetzleser Berg
Circular hike Hetzles and Hetzleser Berg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 14.1 km
Duration 3:51 h
Ascent 228 m
Descent 228 m

Cherries, Pollard Oaks and Jurassic Sea The scenic hike leads to the largely treeless plateau of Hetzlas, a table mountain on the edge of the ...

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from Lisa Kügel,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Tanzlinde near Effeltrich
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.7 km
Duration 2:57 h
Ascent 247 m
Descent 247 m

Tanzlinde near Effeltrich, a beautiful route with a steep ascent and a challenging steep descent

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from Birgit Röschmann,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
On the Franconian Way of St. James.
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.6 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 183 m
Descent 70 m

On the Franconian Way of St. James, we hike a stage from Effeltrich to Kalchreuth.

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ADAC Wanderführer
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 932.4 km
Duration 68:25 h
Ascent 5,973 m
Descent 5,706 m

The stages located in HeilbronnerLand on the "Burgenstraße" cycle route lead from the edge of the Odenwald through the Neckar Valley and the ...

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from Touristikgemeinschaft HeilbronnerLand,   Touristikgemeinschaft HeilbronnerLand e.V.
Long Distance Cycling · Nuremberg city region
Bike path "Burgenstraße": Section Nuremberg – Bamberg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 239.4 km
Duration 18:48 h
Ascent 2,116 m
Descent 2,175 m

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from Katharina Tank,   Katharina Tank
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Effeltrich: Circular route via Gaiganz
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.1 km
Duration 2:07 h
Ascent 136 m
Descent 136 m

Start and finish: Market square in Effeltrich Circular route with a beautiful view to Walberla

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from Dieter Müller,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Effeltrich-Hetzles-Pommern-Effeltrich
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.8 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 553 m
Descent 565 m

Beautiful leisure hike with great views of Franconia. From Pommer (Franconian cuisine) along a lightly trafficked road for a stretch.

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from Peter Zagel,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Franconian Switzerland
The Franconian Way of St. James - The last stages
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 45 km
Duration 3:23 h
Ascent 783 m
Descent 751 m

...by bike: from Forchheim to Nuremberg

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from Der NAB,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.4 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 299 m
Descent 299 m

Effeltrich - Hetzleser Berg - Weingarts - Ermreus - Gaiganz - Effeltrich

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from Astrid Eisch,   Community
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Geographically, Effeltrich lies on the edge of the Franconian Switzerland-Veldenstein Forest Nature Park and is surrounded by picturesque hills. The region has a rich history and is known for its numerous castles and palaces such as Ebermannstadt Castle or Thurnau Castle.

Effeltrich also offers many tourist attractions such as the local history museum with its impressive collection of historical objects from the region or the botanical garden with its rare plant species. Cultural highlights include the annual concerts on the market square and various art exhibitions in the town hall.

Culinary highlights in Effeltrich: be sure to try the Franconian cuisine with its hearty dishes such as bratwurst, sauerkraut and beer!

If you like to be active, you can go hiking, cycling or climbing here - particularly recommended are hikes through the Franconian Switzerland-Veldenstein Forest Nature Park or climbing tours on the rocks around Ebermannstadt. In winter, skiers and snowboarders can show off their skills on the nearby slopes.

Even when the weather is bad, you don't have to stay idle in Effeltrich: For example, visit the indoor swimming pool "Welle" or the cinema in Ebermannstadt.

The most beautiful time in Effeltrich is spring, when nature awakens to new life and everything is green and blossoming. But autumn with its colourful forests also has a special charm.

Effeltrich in the district of Forchheim is definitely worth a visit - discover this idyllic community for yourself!

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  • October 03, 2025
    Biker Touren
    September 28, 2025
    sehr schöne Wanderung mit gemäßigten Steigungen auf wunderschönen Wegen vorallem im Frühjahr Sommer und Herbst!
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    Written October 03, 2025
  • January 09, 2025
    Relsseg Gessler
    Wechsel zwischen wald und Feldweg. (Windschutzkleidung Empfohlen)
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    Written January 09, 2025
  • January 05, 2025
    Relsseg Gessler
    Gemütlicher Feldweg mit guten Blick auf den Hetzler Berg. Im Winter jedoch schwer begehbar wenn Eis und Matsch liegt.
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    Written January 05, 2025
  • April 26, 2021
    Laura Janik
    April 25, 2021
    Sehr schöne Frühlingswanderung! Überall Bärlauch und blühende Streuobstwiesen :)
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    Written April 26, 2021
  • April 15, 2021
    Gertraud Gerbeth 
    March 30, 2021
    Sehr schöne von Bärlauchduft begleitete Runde mit Aussichten zum Walberla, Rodenfels und der Anhöhe Kalchreuth - Tauchersreuth. Die Kopfweiden (und die teilweise auf dieser Strecke zu auch zu sehenden Korbeichen) sind sehenswert.
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    Written April 15, 2021
  • October 17, 2020
    Markus Steinlein
    October 17, 2020
    Sehr schöne abwechslungsreiche Runde, auch an einem etwas verhangenen und leicht verregneten Oktobertag.
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    Written October 17, 2020
  • April 16, 2020
    Marla Ballard
    April 12, 2020
    Sehr schöne Wanderung/Spaziergang, besonders im Frühling wenn alles blüht.
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    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Written April 16, 2020
  • December 29, 2019
    Thomas Güntert
    December 29, 2019
    Wunderschöne Gegend
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    Photo: Thomas Güntert, Community
    Photo: Thomas Güntert, Community
    Written December 29, 2019
  • April 23, 2019
    Peter Zagel
    April 22, 2019
    Eine entspannte Tour mit wunderbaren Ausblicken. Auch im Frühjahr mit den verschiedenen Obstbaumblüten sehr empfehlenswert
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    Photo: Zagel Peter, Community
    Photo: Zagel Peter, Community
    Written April 23, 2019
  • April 19, 2019
    Peter Zagel
    April 19, 2019
    Top Tour. Am Anfang Anstieg, dann auf der Hochebene. Schöne Ausblicke. Weg gut beschildert. Im Wald aber auch auf freier Fläche. Bärlauchfelder ohne Ende.
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    Photo: Peter Zagel, Community
    Photo: Peter Zagel, Community
    Photo: Peter Zagel, Community
    Written April 19, 2019
  • November 18, 2018
    Gerhard Reck
    November 18, 2018
    Ideal wenn man schattigen Wald vermeiden und schöne Ausblicke sammeln möchte.
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    Photo: Gerhard Reck, Community
    Written November 18, 2018
  • April 18, 2018
    Peter Zagel
    Sehr schöne Rundwanderung. Von Pommern ein kurzes Stück auf ein wenig befahrenen Straße
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    Zwischen Effeltrich und Hetzles
    Photo: Peter Zagel, Community
    1000 jährige Linde
    Photo: Peter Zagel, Community
    Es blüht
    Photo: Peter Zagel, Community
    Mittags in Pommern
    Photo: Peter Zagel, Community
    Written April 18, 2018

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