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Kupferberg

Welcome to Kupferberg, a charming destination in the district of Kulmbach. This small town is located in the north-east of Bavaria and is known for its picturesque landscape, historical sights and culinary delights.

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Long Distance Cycling
Franconian Forest cycling route
recommended route Difficulty moderate Multi-day route
Distance 238.6 km
Duration 17:32 h
Ascent 2,326 m
Descent 2,326 m

Seven-day bike route through the picturesque landscape of the Franconian Forest with many cultural-historical and geological waypoints and culinary ...

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from Markus Franz,   Frankenwald
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 3:25 h
Ascent 205 m
Descent 205 m

HEARING SILENCE - Here you encounter many signs of centuries-old piety: mighty sandstone shrines, tall wooden crosses, even an entire Stations of ...

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Bicycle Rides · Frankenwald
Frankenwald cycling route – Stage 6
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 6
Distance 54.1 km
Duration 4:02 h
Ascent 698 m
Descent 747 m

The sixth stage of the Frankenwald cycling route covers a distance of just under 55 km from Bad Steben through the Hölltal and via Naila, Selbitz ...

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Bicycle Rides · Frankenwald
Frankenwald cycling route – Stage 7
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 7
Distance 24 km
Duration 1:42 h
Ascent 150 m
Descent 350 m

The seventh and final stage of the Frankenwald cycling route leads from the Landgasthof Haueis-Hermes near Marktleugast via Kupferberg and Wirsberg ...

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Frankenwald
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 35 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 372 m
Descent 371 m

Varied mountain-valley route for the sporty and nature-loving bike tourist.

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from Hans Schneider,   Frankenwald
Long Distance Hiking · Frankenwald
FrankenwaldSteig
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 244.5 km
Duration 73:00 h
Ascent 5,673 m
Descent 5,735 m

The 247-kilometer long long-distance circular hiking trail FrankenwaldSteig leads once around Bavaria's first quality region Wanderbares ...

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from Julia Rubsch,   Frankenwald
Map / FrankenwaldSteig Stage 9: Wirsberg - Hermes
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 11.1 km
Duration 3:08 h
Ascent 294 m
Descent 155 m

The ninth stage of the FrankenwaldSteig leads from Wirsberg via Neufang and Kupferberg to Hermes and is 11 km long.

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from Julia Rubsch,   Frankenwald
Mountain Bike · Fichtelgebirge
MTB circular route Bindlacher Berg-Steinachtal
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 78.8 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 977 m
Descent 973 m

Nice circular route, mostly on bike and forest paths, partly on side roads with little traffic. Suitable for MTB or trekking bike.

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from Rainer Münch,   Community
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.6 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 215 m
Descent 215 m

​ ▶ From the parking lot in front of the Marienweiher Basilica 01, we cross the street and walk to the right, past the church and the cemetery, ...

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COMPASS
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 75.1 km
Duration 20:24 h
Ascent 1,689 m
Descent 2,022 m

​Stage 1: From Waldstein to Weißenstein, 24.2 km Stage 2: From Weißenstein to Marienweiher, 12 km Stage 3: From Marienweiher to Steinachtal, 22 km ...

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Geographically, Kupferberg is located at the foot of the Franconian Forest, surrounded by green forests and rolling hills. The town itself is characterised by pretty half-timbered houses from the 16th century and the impressive castle complex on the Schlossberg.

Touristically relevant are above all the numerous sights, such as the Alte Mühle museum or the church of St. Bartholomew with its baroque altarpiece. A highlight for all history fans is certainly a visit to the Kupferberg castle ruins with their well-preserved towers and defence walls.

Cultural highlights can also be discovered - concerts and theatre performances are held regularly, attracting both local and international artists. Also recommended are the various festivals and events such as the traditional beer festival or the medieval festival on the castle grounds.

Whoever has become hungry after all the exploring can look forward to culinary specialities: The cosy inns serve hearty dishes such as bratwurst with sauerkraut, and regional beers are brewed - a treat for every palate!

For outdoor activities, hiking tours through the Franconian Forest are particularly impressive in autumn with their colourful foliage. In winter, you can also go skiing or snowboarding on the surrounding ski slopes.

Even when the weather is bad, there is plenty to do in Kupferberg: For example, a visit to the local history museum or a guided tour through the historic town centre is worthwhile.

If you want to know where it is most beautiful in Kupferberg, you should definitely take a walk to the castle complex - from here you have a breathtaking view over the entire region!

Summarising: A guidebook for Kupferberg should not be missing from any shelf! This charming little town is definitely worth a visit and has numerous sights as well as culinary delights in store. Whether hiking in summer or skiing in winter - everyone gets their money's worth here!

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