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Neunkirchen am Sand

Welcome to Neunkirchen am Sand, a charming destination in the district of Nürnberger Land. The town is picturesquely nestled between the hills of the Franconian Jura and surrounded by idyllic countryside.

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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 11.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 341 m
Descent 343 m

Our hike begins on the high plateau of Weißenbach at the Hüllweiher near Glatzenstein (starting point of many hikes in the Nürnberger Land).

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from Peter Reiter,   Community
Hiking Trail · Nürnberger Land
Kersbach - Rothenberg Fortress - Enzenstein
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 7.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 254 m
Descent 248 m

This family-friendly autumn hike takes us over the historic Rothenberg castle fortress to the Enzenstein ND viewing rock with a view over the ...

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from Peter Reiter,   Community
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 46.3 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 362 m
Descent 327 m

This bike route leads from Nuremberg along the Five Rivers Cycle Route through the picturesque Pegnitz Valley to the beautiful Happurg Lake.

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Hiking Trail · Nürnberger Land
Archaeological Circular Trail - Hiking Route 07
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.5 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 216 m
Descent 216 m

Nürnberger Land Hiking Route No. 07 - Archaeological Circular Trail

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from Nürnberger Land Tourismus,   Nürnberger Land Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 10.9 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 362 m
Descent 364 m

This is a beautiful autumn hike from Leuzenberg via Kersbach to Glatzenstein and back via Weißenbach with historical sights and natural monuments.

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Hiking Trail · Nürnberger Land
Archaeological circular hiking route
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 8.3 km
Duration 2:21 h
Ascent 214 m
Descent 214 m

Hiking in front of, through, and on the edge of the Franconian Alb, the "Hersbruck Mountains" as the region was formerly called in the distinctive ...

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from Wandermagazin,   Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 6.7 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 77 m
Descent 73 m

This hike is very well suited for people seeking peace and relaxation from everyday stress in a wonderful, quiet, and beautiful landscape.

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from Peter Reiter,   Community
Hiking Trail · Nürnberger Land
From Speikern to Glatzenstein
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.2 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 327 m
Descent 326 m

From Speikern to Glatzenstein with a wonderful  view over the Nürnberger Land.

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from Astrid Eisch,   Community
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 28.9 km
Duration 2:07 h
Ascent 235 m
Descent 235 m

Beautiful, leisurely bike route on low-traffic paths with some wonderful viewpoints. There are places to eat along the route.

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Neunkirchen am Sand is particularly well known for its impressive limestone caves, which are among the largest in Europe. A tour of the caves offers a fascinating experience and provides an insight into the geological history of this region.

In addition to the caves, there are many other tourist attractions such as Ratibor Castle or the local history museum, which provides an interesting insight into the life of times past. There are also cultural highlights: the annual wine festival as well as various concerts and theatre performances attract numerous visitors every year.

For culinary connoisseurs, Neunkirchen am Sand also has a lot to offer - typical Franconian specialities such as bratwurst with sauerkraut or roast pork make gourmets' hearts beat faster.

In summer, the surrounding area invites you to go hiking, cycling or climbing - the Jurasteig trail or the Felsenweg trail near Happurg are particularly recommended. In winter, on the other hand, you can go skiing and snowboarding on the nearby Rodenberg ski slope.

Even if it should rain, you don't have to worry: In Neunkirchen am Sand there are plenty of options for indoor recreation. For example, you can visit the indoor swimming pool or take a trip to the nearby city of Nuremberg.

It is especially beautiful in Neunkirchen am Sand in spring, when nature awakens and everything begins to blossom. But autumn also has its charm - when the leaves of the trees turn colourful and create a wonderful atmosphere.

All in all, Neunkirchen am Sand is definitely worth a trip for all those who are looking for an idyllic place with lots of history, culture and nature. Our Travel Guide provides you with all the important information and tips for your stay!

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