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Steinwiesen

Welcome to Steinwiesen, Kronach - a destination in the heart of Germany known for its picturesque landscape and cultural highlights. This travel guide gives you an overview of the best sights, culinary specialities as well as outdoor activities.

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Attractions in Steinwiesen


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Premium content Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 1,455.2 km
Duration 369:45 h
Ascent 16,973 m
Descent 15,746 m

The European long-distance path E6 is an ambitious project that is intended to run continuously from northern Finland to Turkey. On the German ...

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from Matthias Stiel,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
FrankenwaldSteigla Ködeltour
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 17 km
Duration 6:05 h
Ascent 673 m
Descent 673 m

BREATHE WIDE - Along Bavaria's largest drinking water reservoir, the Ködeltalsperre, the route ascends to the Nurner Brocken, a unique stone ...

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
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
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
Franconian Forest Trail The Churchgoer
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 15.3 km
Duration 5:20 h
Ascent 544 m
Descent 544 m

UNDERSTANDING THE FOREST - Faith is said to move mountains. But praying did not help our churchgoers; the mountains remained, along with the ...

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Hiking Trail · Frankenwald
Nordhalben around the Ködeltalsperre
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.4 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 46 m
Descent 29 m

Circular hike around the Ködeltalsperre. Start and end point is the Ködeltalsperre parking lot.

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from Bernd Ehlers,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Frankenwald
Frankenwald cycling route – stage 5
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 5
Distance 23.3 km
Duration 2:09 h
Ascent 494 m
Descent 273 m

The fifth stage of the Frankenwald cycling route leads from Steinwiesen through extensive forests and several towns to Bad Steben.

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Frankenwald
Mountain Bike · Frankenwald
Mountainbike 4 Rodachtal NORTH
recommended route Difficulty S4 difficult
Distance 50.3 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 1,383 m
Descent 1,322 m

Starting point of the long and demanding MTB route is the rafting village Wallenfels in the valley of the Wilde Rodach.

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Bicycle Rides · Frankenwald
Frankenwald cycling route – stage 4
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 4
Distance 39.4 km
Duration 3:26 h
Ascent 450 m
Descent 708 m

The fourth stage of the Frankenwald cycling route leads from Steinbach am Wald along sections of the Rennsteig cycle path past the Mauthaus ...

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Frankenwald
Mountain Bike · Frankenwald
Mountainbike 3 Rennsteig region SOUTH
recommended route Difficulty S3 difficult
Distance 55.7 km
Duration 6:25 h
Ascent 1,190 m
Descent 1,190 m

Long, physically demanding route in the Rennsteig region of the Frankenwald, including creek crossings and a root trail.

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from Sandra Löffler,   Frankenwald
Bicycle Rides · Frankenwald
Bavaria from North to South
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 440.8 km
Duration 30:54 h
Ascent 1,237 m
Descent 944 m

From the small village of Hölle in the Franconian Forest to Füssen. The route largely follows the rivers Rodach, Main, RMD Canal, Rednitz, and Lech.

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from Thomy B.,   Community
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Geographically, Steinwiesen is located at the foot of the Franconian Forest and thus offers a beautiful backdrop of forests, hills and valleys. One of the main attractions is the "Rennsteig" lookout tower, from which you will have a breathtaking view of the surrounding area.

Culturally, Steinwiesen has much to offer: The local history museum displays historical items from the lives of local people. Another highlight is Thurnau Castle with its magnificent rooms and impressive art collection.

This place also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine: Be sure to try the famous Franconian wine or enjoy local specialities such as bratwurst or beer straight from the barrel.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are many activities to choose from: Hiking through the Franconian Forest Nature Park or cycling along the Main Cycle Path are just a few options. In winter, skiers can indulge their passion here - the slopes around the Ochsenkopf are particularly recommended.

If it's raining, check out one of the many indoor activities such as the Aqua Riese adventure pool or visit a brewery tour at Maisel's Bier-Erlebnis-Welt.

Where is the best in Steinwiesen? That depends entirely on your interests - whether you want to enjoy nature or experience cultural highlights, there is something for everyone to discover here. One thing is certain, however: a visit to Steinwiesen, Kronach is definitely worthwhile and well worth the trip!

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  • September 29, 2025
    Jennifer Schott 
    September 26, 2025
    Eine sehr schöne Tour! Aktuell ist der Steig an der Talsperre aber leider gesperrt, sodass man auf die Straße ausweichen muss. Die Zeitangabe ist aber etwas übertrieben. Ich habe zusätzlich noch die Talsperre umrundet (was über 10 km mehr waren) und habe nicht so lange gebraucht, wie auf 17 km angegeben.
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    Written September 29, 2025
  • August 25, 2024
    Carsten Wellbrock
    August 25, 2024
    Abwechslungsreiche Tour: Waldlehrpfad, Wiesen, Steinwüste, Panoramen. Es sind einige steile Abschnitte zu meistern, aber die Anstrengung ist es wert.
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    Brücke über die Leitsch hinauf zum Waldlehrpfad
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    Blick ins Leitschtal
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    Ködeltalsperre
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    Kapelle in Nurn
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    Blick nach Steinwiesen
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    Steinwüste von Steinwiesen
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    Written August 25, 2024
  • June 02, 2023
    Sabine R. 
    Sehr schön! Viele kleine Pfade und Wiesenwege. Tolle Aussichten!
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    Written June 02, 2023
  • June 22, 2017
    Michael Werner
    May 03, 2017
    Schöner Rundweg, alles auf einer höhe, einfach und bequem zu gehen, stets am Wasser entlang mit schönen Aussichten. Ich bin schon zig male um die Talsperre gelaufen, am liebsten ist es mir in der "kalten" Jahreshälfte, nicht selten ist man ganz allein und in vollkommener Stille. Im Sommer, besonders am Wochenende oder Feiertagen ist es hier völlig überlaufen mit Inline Skatern, Radfahren und Bus Gruppen. Wer die Größe der 4 Parkplätze rund um die Talsperre sieht wird verstehen was hier bei schönem Wetter los sein kann. Alles in allem aber sehr zu empfehlen. Wer kann der kommt dann wenn nicht "alle" frei haben.
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    Written June 22, 2017
  • June 22, 2017
    Michael Werner
    September 21, 2016
    Wunderschöne abwechslungsreiche Tour, ein häufiges auf und ab, deswegen auch nicht zu unterschätzen. Viele schöne Aussichten und Highlights. Durch Dörfer, Feld und Waldwege bis hin zu kleinen Trampelpfaden ist alles dabei. Nur zu empfehlen!
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    Written June 22, 2017
  • March 14, 2017
    Daniel Seekamp
    Vor einigen Jahren wurde der E6 im Wendland großräumig verlegt. Die gezeigte Strecke entspricht daher nicht mehr der Markierung vor Ort. Im Übrigen kann ich den E6 gerade im Wendland wärmstens empfehlen.
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    Written March 14, 2017

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