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Igensdorf

Welcome to Igensdorf, a charming destination in the district of Forchheim, Germany. This small town is idyllically situated between the hills of the Franconian Jura and has a lot to offer for all kinds of travellers.

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Attractions in Igensdorf


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Long Distance Hiking · Thuringian Forest
Frankenweg – from Rennsteig to the Swabian Alb
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 519.5 km
Duration 143:35 h
Ascent 10,662 m
Descent 10,611 m

Over nearly 500 km, the Frankenweg takes us from northern Franconia on 21 exciting stages to the Altmühltal Nature Park.

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from Maresi Kachler,   Outdooractive Premium
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 183.6 km
Duration 82:03 h
Ascent 2,111 m
Descent 2,286 m

The Upper Franconian Way of St. James from Hof to Nuremberg follows the historic Via Imperii from the Baltic Sea to the Adriatic. It connects the ...

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from Michael Thein,   Community
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
Thematic Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Ermreuth, Synagogue and Jewish Cemetery
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 3.6 km
Duration 2:23 h
Ascent 108 m
Descent 108 m

The renovated synagogue in Ermreuth is today a cultural meeting point and center of remembrance for a lost part of German cultural history.

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from Wolfgang Brendel,   Traumwanderungen.de
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.8 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 172 m
Descent 248 m

From the parking lot in Oberrüsselbach, a few meters away is the Husarensprung Memorial Stone, where we also visit the "Rüsselbach Spring" located ...

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from Peter Reiter,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.7 km
Duration 4:50 h
Ascent 454 m
Descent 454 m

Walkersbrunn - Eberhardsberg - Devil's Living Room - Devil's Table - Devil's Kitchen - Devil's Finger - Markt Igensdorf - Ermreuth - Jewish ...

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from Astrid Eisch,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Bus & Train - Upper Schwabach Valley - Part 1
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 18 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 479 m
Descent 479 m

The circuit of the upper Schwabach valley in three parts. The first part circles the northern section (Kalkach and Lillach valley cuts, as well ...

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from Stefan K,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Via the Lillach spring to the Hainburg castle site
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 12.1 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 227 m
Descent 228 m

The Lillach spring and the sinter terraces in front of it are an excellent starting point for a 12 km hike. We recently experienced this on an icy ...

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from Alexander Pavel,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Bus&train - Upper Schwabach valley - Part 2
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 12.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 330 m
Descent 230 m

The circuit of the upper Schwabach valley in three parts. The second part again starts from Igensdorf station along the north-northwest-facing ...

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from Stefan K,   Community
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The geographical location is unique: surrounded by forests and rivers, Igensdorf offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling or climbing. Hikes through the "Ehrenbürg" nature reserve are particularly recommended, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

But Igensdorf also has a lot to offer culturally: The 18th century parish church of St. Bartholomew is an impressive example of baroque architecture and well worth a visit. Concerts are held here regularly in summer.

Another highlight is Thurnau Castle, located only a few kilometres away from Igensdorf. The Renaissance castle now houses a museum with an exhibition on the history of the region as well as a collection of historical musical instruments.

For culinary connoisseurs, there are several traditional inns in Igensdorf with regional specialities such as Franconian bratwursts or draught beer from local breweries.

If it ever rains, it is worth visiting the Atlantis leisure pool in Herzogenaurach (approx. 20 km away), where you can go swimming in bad weather or relax in the sauna area.

In autumn, Igensdorf is particularly beautiful when the trees wrap themselves in bright colours and the scent of fresh apple cider wafts through the air. Igensdorf also has its charm in winter: when it snows, the village is transformed into a fairytale landscape and you can enjoy wonderful sledding or snowshoeing.

Overall, Igensdorf is definitely worth a trip for all nature lovers, culture enthusiasts and gourmets. This Travel Guide offers you an overview of the most important sights, activities and culinary highlights of this region - enjoy your journey of discovery!

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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
  • September 28, 2025
    Pascal Kohtes
    September 28, 2025
    Das schöne an der Tour ist, daß die Strecke weitestgehend auf kleinen (asphaltierten) Nebenstraßen oder Radwegen verläuft. Es macht Sinn, die Richtung wie vorgeschlagen einzuhalten. Am Schönsten ist der Abschnitt hinter Spies, wo man viele km an Feldern und Wiesen entlang fährt, immer leicht bergab. Auf der ersten Hälfte der Etappe ist der Straßenbelag für ein Rennrad teilweise schlecht, da macht es mit einem Gravelbike mehr Spaß. Später läßt es sich aber sehr gut fahren. Insgesamt schöne und aussichtsreiche Tour!
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    Written September 28, 2025
  • April 15, 2025
    Thomas Güntert
    April 15, 2025
    Nette kleine Runde.
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    Photo: Thomas Güntert, Community
    Photo: Thomas Güntert, Community
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    Photo: Thomas Güntert, Community
    Written April 15, 2025
  • March 29, 2025
    Bernd Stötzel 
    March 29, 2025
    Schöne Rundwanderung mit dem Highlight Lillach-Tal. Leider haben wir die Wanderung schon im März gemacht, denn insbesondere die erste Etappe bis Dorfhaus ist während der Obstblüte definitiv schöner. Das letzte Teilstück zieht sich auf asphaltiertem Weg schon etwas.
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    Written March 29, 2025
  • January 09, 2025
    Relsseg Gessler
    Wechsel zwischen wald und Feldweg. (Windschutzkleidung Empfohlen)
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    Written January 09, 2025
  • November 24, 2024
    Thomas Güntert
    November 24, 2024
    Schöne kurze Runde.
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    Photo: Thomas Güntert, Community
    Photo: Thomas Güntert, Community
    Written November 24, 2024
  • January 20, 2024
    Christine Vogel
    August 28, 2022
    Tolle Tour. Tolle Aussicht!
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    Written January 20, 2024
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  • June 06, 2023
    Thomas Gleitze 
    June 04, 2023
    Wirklich schöne, einfache Rundtour. Ich empfehle nach 500 m links in den Waldpfad abzubiegen. Der ist einfach traumhaft schön. Das Lillachtal ist natürlich immer sehenswert. Viele Familien mit Kindern sind dort unterwegs.
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    Photo: Thomas Gleitze, Community
    Photo: Thomas Gleitze, Community
    Written June 06, 2023
  • July 16, 2022
    Olaf Wendler
    July 15, 2022
    Sehr schöne Wanderung auf stillen Pfaden, zu großen Teilen im Wald oder beschattet. Immer mal wieder muß man sich zumindest jetzt im Sommer durch die zugewachsenen Wege kämpfen. Allerdings verlaufen auch große Teile des Weges auf ausgeschilderten Wanderwegen. Wer sich an den GPX track hält kommt auch an. Relativ große Streckenteile auf Waldwegen, etwas Schotter und 2x durch Dörfer. Also recht vielseitig. Wir haben die Wanderung sehr genossen und werden sie sicherlich wiederholen.
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    Written July 16, 2022
  • 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

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