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Thalmässing

Welcome to Thalmässing, a charming destination in the district of Roth, Germany. This small town is known for its picturesque location on the edge of the Franconian Jura and offers a wealth of activities for visitors of all ages.

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Attractions in Thalmässing


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Bicycle Rides · Altmühltal
Hill and valley at the edge of the Jura
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 55.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 560 m
Descent 560 m

Extremely varied circular route with a fairly jagged elevation profile

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from Jörg Ruckriegel,   Landkreis Roth
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 5 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 61 m
Descent 61 m

The Keltenweg brings you closer to life in early Celtic times. Among other sites, you visit the central settlement on the Reuther Platte and the ...

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from Sabrina Beck,   Landkreis Roth
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 easy Open
Distance 7.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 169 m
Descent 169 m

"Excellent Hiking" in the Altmühltal Nature Park: The hiking trail Along the Jura Edge in the Thalmässing area has been awarded the Premium Trail ...

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from Stefan Forster,   Landkreis Roth
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 11.1 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 146 m
Descent 146 m

The premium route Vorgeschichtsweg takes you over the impressive Jura heights to significant settlement and burial sites from the Stone Age to the ...

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from Stefan Forster,   Landkreis Roth
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 18 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 366 m
Descent 366 m

A wonderful hiking trail on the heights around Thalmässing: Along the 18-kilometer circular hiking trail, you repeatedly have surprising views ...

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from Stefan Forster,   Landkreis Roth
Hiking Trail · Franconian Lake District
In the Eibachgrund near Hilpoltstein
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 13 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 104 m
Descent 104 m

Historic mills, lush meadows, idyllic forests, and magnificent ponds show you a lesser-known side of the Franconian Lakes Region.

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from Stefan Forster,   Landkreis Roth
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 6.3 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 164 m
Descent 164 m

The Medieval Route leads you through charming landscapes to early medieval sites in and around Thalmässing – beautiful views included!

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from Stefan Forster,   Landkreis Roth
Bicycle Rides · Altmühltal
The big loop to the south
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 64.1 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 404 m
Descent 404 m

Long route to the southernmost corner of the Roth district. For cyclists with stamina or a full battery.

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from Jörg Ruckriegel,   Landkreis Roth
Bicycle Rides · Franconian Lake District
On the tracks of the Gredl
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 53.3 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 152 m
Descent 143 m

Get ready for an easy to ride day route through the varied fore-jurassic landscape in the Franconian Lake District and the Altmühl Valley Nature ...

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from Stefan Forster,   Landkreis Roth
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Geographically, Thalmässing is located about 30 kilometres south of Nuremberg and is surrounded by rolling hills and green meadows. The town itself has a long history dating back to the Middle Ages, which is also noticeable in the architecture - many buildings are constructed from the red sandstone that is abundant here.

Sights relevant to tourism include Ratibor Castle with its impressive Renaissance garden and the town parish church of St. Martinus with its Baroque altarpiece. For culture enthusiasts, there are numerous events such as concerts or theatre performances as part of the annual cultural summer.

But Thalmässing also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine: Here you can enjoy traditional Franconian dishes such as pork knuckle or bratwurst with sauerkraut and potato salad. Be sure to try the local beer - it is brewed according to an old family recipe and tastes simply delicious!

For outdoor activities, summer is particularly suitable: hike through the idyllic valleys of the Jura Mountains or take a trip to the nearby Brombachsee for swimming or sailing. In winter, if there is enough snow, you can also go cross-country skiing or sledging.

And what to do if it rains? No problem - visit the local history museum in Thalmässing and learn more about the history of the town and its inhabitants. Or take a trip to nearby Nuremberg and visit the numerous museums and galleries there.

All in all, Thalmässing is definitely worth a trip for anyone looking for a relaxing time in picturesque surroundings. Follow our Travel Guide and discover for yourself why this place is so special!

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Reviews

  • September 14, 2026
    Anne M 
    Überraschend abwechslungsreicher Weg. Keine eintönigen Forststraßen, sondern eher Pfade oder Waldwege. Gut ausgeschildert. Infotafeln unterwegs zur vorgeschichtlichen Besiedlung.
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    Written September 14, 2026
  • May 29, 2023
    Knoll Franz 
    May 28, 2023
    Diese TOur kann ich uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen. Aller verkehrsarme Straßen und Wege. Gemacht am Pfingstsonntagnachmittag 2023: Keine Autos, keine Motorräder auf dem Weg der Tour. Super!!! Vielen Dank an den Veröffentlicher!
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    Written May 29, 2023
  • November 06, 2022
    Thomas Güntert
    November 06, 2022
    Nette Runde. Allerdings im zweiten Teil viel geteerte Straßen.
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    Written November 06, 2022
  • March 20, 2022
    Günter Horndasch 
    Schöne Route, besonders der Anfang ist an sonnigen Tagen zu empfehlen. Das Ende im Wald ist leider nichts besonderes mehr.
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    Written March 20, 2022
    Hiking Trail
    Thalmässing route
  • March 19, 2021
    Anne Hackbarth
    March 19, 2021
    Dem Wetter geschuldet waren die Wege natürlich etwas matschig, aber diese Rundwanderung ist dennoch echt toll!
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    Photo: Anne Hackbarth, Community
    Photo: Anne Hackbarth, Community
    Written March 19, 2021
  • June 02, 2020
    Andreas Wagenhofer
    Schön abwechslungsreiche Tour. Infos über Kelten dürftig, ansonsten eine Wanderung wert.
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    Written June 02, 2020
  • May 20, 2020
    Christina von Frankenberg
    May 17, 2020
    Sehr schöne, gemütliche und überraschend abwechslungsreiche Wanderung. HINWEIS: bei nassem Wetter eher nicht zu empfehlen.
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    Photo: Christina von Frankenberg, Community
    Photo: Christina von Frankenberg, Community
    Written May 20, 2020
  • December 26, 2019
    Martin Maderholz 
    gut, aber nicht störungsfrei
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    Written December 26, 2019
    Long Distance Hiking
    Frankenweg

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