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Röckingen

Welcome to Röckingen, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with everything you need to know to plan your trip to Röckingen.

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Attractions in Röckingen


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recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 13.9 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 312 m
Descent 319 m

From the Schieferbruch hiking car park near Wittelshofen on the Geological educational and hiking path over the Hesselberg to the Osterwiese.

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from Helmuth Gatti,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Gravel Bike · Tegernsee-Schliersee
Bavarian 7 Summits - 7 in one go
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 1,408.5 km
Duration 110:40 h
Ascent 11,092 m
Descent 11,092 m

The 7 highest peaks of the 7 Bavarian administrative districts in one go. With the gravel bike and on foot to Zugspitze (Upper Bavaria, 2962m), ...

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from Tomtom MacGyver,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 86.4 km
Duration 18:37 h
Ascent 635 m
Descent 635 m

This 3-day circular route takes us around the Hesselberg.

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 38.9 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 285 m
Descent 299 m

From Wassertrüdingen to the Arberg telecommunications tower and Limes remains

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from Ralph Mücke,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 297 m
Descent 297 m

While hiking through orchards, slope forests, and dry grasslands, we learn about the geology of the highest mountain in Middle Franconia (689m ...

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from Eva Vohburger,   Community
Mountain Bike · Frankenhöhe
MTB route: Between Limes and Hesselberg
recommended route Difficulty S1 moderate
Distance 43.4 km
Duration 4:20 h
Ascent 446 m
Descent 446 m

Beautiful mountain bike route through southern Middle Franconia, along the Limes and past many ponds with the highlight Hesselberg (689 m) in the ...

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from Daniel Hamm,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Frankenhöhe
Hesselberg (660m) circuit
Map / Hesselberg (660m) circuit
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 31.1 km
Duration 2:06 h
Ascent 241 m
Descent 243 m

Easy route on mostly paved and continuously signposted paths around the Hesselberg and through the towns of Röckingen, Ehingen, Wittelshofen, ...

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from Ralph Mücke,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.7 km
Duration 3:40 h
Ascent 309 m
Descent 309 m

This is hiking route 1 - Hesselberg (without Wassertrüdingen) Sports field near Opfenried - Röckingen – Hesselberg - Schlössleinsbuck and back ...

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from Robert Mühlbauer,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Frankenhöhe
Family bike path "Around the Hesselberg"
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 21.3 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 92 m
Descent 92 m

The "small" route around the Hesselberg - always with the highest mountain of Middle Franconia in view.

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from Robert Pelczer,   Community
Hiking Trail · Frankenhöhe
On the legendary Hesselberg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 9 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 191 m
Descent 191 m

Some call it the "Franconian Kilimanjaro." The Hesselberg near Wassertrüdingen is not quite that massive. However, with its 689 meters in height ...

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from Alexander Pavel,   Community
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Geographically, Röckingen lies on the southern edge of the Frankenhöhe Nature Park and is surrounded by rolling hills and green forests. The town itself has a rich history and is known for its well-preserved medieval buildings as well as the impressive 14th century town church.

There is much to discover here for culture enthusiasts: Visit the local history museum or take a walk through the historic old town with its picturesque alleys and half-timbered houses. For music lovers, a trip to the annual rock festival "Rock am Weiher", which attracts numerous national and international bands, is worthwhile.

Röckingen also has a lot to offer in terms of culinary delights - be sure to try the famous Franconian roast or enjoy a cold beer in one of the region's cosy breweries.

When it comes to outdoor activities, hikes through the nearby forests are particularly popular in summer. In winter, skiers can put their skills to the test on the slopes around Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

Even in rainy weather, there are plenty of options for leisure activities: take a tour of Neuschwanstein Castle or visit one of the many museums in the area.

Whether you're looking for culture, nature or culinary delights - Röckingen is definitely worth a visit. Visit us and experience the beauty of this unique town in the heart of Germany!

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Reviews

  • October 17, 2021
    Thomas Auchter
    War ein schöne Runde. Bin sie mit den Stöcken in 2.15 Stunden gelaufen. Ausgangspunkt war der Parkplatz oberhalb von Wittelshofen.
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    Written October 17, 2021
  • August 29, 2020
    Kathi M 
    Erholsame kleine Rundwanderung
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    Photo: Kathi M, Community
    Photo: Kathi M, Community
    Written August 29, 2020
  • May 10, 2018
    Bea O.
    Fixer Aufstieg mit netten kleinen Pfaden, vorbei an der DAV-Hütte. Haben den Weg zum Aufstieg vor dem Sonnenaufgang genutzt, um uns diesen dann vom Hesselberg aus anzugucken. Auch für Kinder empfehlenswert 😊
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    Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2018 5:41
    Photo: Bea O., Community
    Written May 10, 2018
  • May 16, 2015
    Rüdiger Möller
    Sehr schöne Tour rund um den Hesselberg zum Strecke machen. Top ausgeschildert.
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    Written May 16, 2015
  • August 18, 2013
    Ehrwalder Alm
    August 17, 2013
    Sehr schöne Tour, bin sie hin und zurück gewandert, Ausgangpunkt für mich war Spielberg, unten am Gasthof. Reine Gehzeit gut 9 Stunden, dazu gut eine Stunde Pause - für die einfache Tour würde ich bei den Tourdaten 5 Stunden angeben (die Angabe „Dauer“ fehlt noch). Insgesamt recht gute Streckenmarkierung „Blaupunkt“, nur an 3 - 4 Stellen mußte ich die GPS-Karte zuhilfe nehmen.
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    Written August 18, 2013

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