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Leutenbach

Welcome to Leutenbach, a charming destination in the district of Forchheim, Germany. This Travel Guide will help you make the most of your visit.

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Attractions in Leutenbach


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recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 11.3 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 483 m
Descent 483 m

Wonderful hike, especially during the cherry blossom season or in autumn, from Kirchehrenbach up to the Ehrenbürg (the Walberla) with the St.

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from Helmuth Gatti,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6 km
Duration 2:52 h
Ascent 365 m
Descent 365 m

When the Franconians talk about their mountain, they colloquially refer to the "Walberla," the scenic table mountain east of Forchheim.

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from Günther Manstorfer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 15.9 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 328 m
Descent 328 m

This hike takes us from Hundshaupten past its pretty castle, through the woods and fields of the Franconian Switzerland to the St. Moritz Chapel.

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from Jana Bohlmann,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Walberla – The sacred mountain of the Franconians
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 5.1 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 188 m
Descent 188 m

Scenic route with a gentle ascent up to the wonderful plateau of the Ehrenbürg.

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from Alexander Pavel,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
To the Walberla
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 13.8 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 494 m
Descent 502 m

From Pretzfeld over the Reisberg to Leutenbach. Over the southern ascent to the Rodenstein and to the Walberla. Descent to Kirchehrenbach

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from Wolfgang Stolzenberg,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Wiesenthau-Walberla route
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recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 8.7 km
Duration 2:49 h
Ascent 351 m
Descent 351 m

Magnificent, sunny and scenic winter route... unfortunately not entirely unknown.

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from Norbert Wittmann,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.8 km
Duration 2:53 h
Ascent 431 m
Descent 425 m

This varied, family-friendly hike starts at the hiking parking lot of Ortspitz, a small place in Franconian Switzerland. On well-marked hiking ...

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from Peter Reiter,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
23 0418 hike near Walberla
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.1 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 192 m
Descent 192 m

Large route from Wiesenthau via Schlaifhausen, Dietzhof, Mittelehrenbach, Weingarts, Kunreuth, Dobenreuth, and Gosberg.

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from Burghard Seibold,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Seidmar via Leutenbach to the St. Moritz Chapel
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.5 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 320 m
Descent 308 m

Family hike through the bird protection area of the Katzenköpfe.

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from Wolfgang Brendel,   Traumwanderungen.de
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
20 0625/1 On both sides of the Ehrenbach valley
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.9 km
Duration 4:40 h
Ascent 478 m
Descent 478 m

Circular route over the Walberla to the other side of the Ehrenbach valley and back via Leutenbach.

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from Burghard Seibold,   Community
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Geographically, Leutenbach is nestled between the rolling hills of the Franconian Jura and the picturesque river Wiesent. The region is known for its breathtaking scenery with numerous hiking and cycling trails as well as nature reserves such as the "Leinleiter Valley" nature reserve. But the region also has a lot to offer culturally.

Topically relevant sights include Thurnau Castle or the historic market square of Forchheim. Those interested in history should also take a detour to Rabenstein Castle - a medieval fortress situated on a rock above the valley.

Cultural highlights include the many traditional festivals and events such as the Annafest in Forchheim or the beer market in Bamberg. The region also has some culinary specialities to offer: Be sure to try Franconian beer or enjoy a hearty dish like bratwurst with sauerkraut.

For outdoor activities, the summer is the best time - here you can go hiking, cycling or canoeing along the Wiesent River. In winter there are opportunities for skiing and cross-country skiing in the nearby low mountain ranges.

And what do you do in bad weather? No worries - there are plenty of indoor activities such as museums, cinemas or swimming pools in the region.

Where is the most beautiful? That's hard to say, as the entire region is characterised by breathtaking scenery. However, hikes through the Leinleiter Valley and a walk along the Wiesent River are particularly recommended.

Leutenbach in the district of Forchheim is definitely worth a trip - with its cultural highlights, culinary delights and outdoor activities for every taste. We hope that this travel guide will help you with your planning and that you will have an unforgettable stay!

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