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Bad Staffelstein

Banz Abbey – Staffelberg loop from Bad Staffelstein

Hard

4.0

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202

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Banz Abbey – Staffelberg loop from Bad Staffelstein

04:12

38.2km

560m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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3.69 km

Banz Abbey

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A complex that is absolutely worth seeing, the former Benedictine Abbey of Banz Monastery is located on the Banzberg and can be seen from afar. From above there is a …

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3.89 km

View of Kloster Banz

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Again and again there is a wonderful view of the surrounding area from the heights and here you have a beautiful view of the "God's Garden" and Banz Monastery.

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14.2 km

The mountain up to the pilgrimage basilica is tough. Especially in the upper area it gets really steep and the thighs have to work properly. Step in, you can do it!

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19.7 km

Staffelberg

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We are several times a year on the Staffelberg or in the area. It's just beautiful there and it's fun to hike and then have a good meal there.

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37.5 km

Bad Staffelstein Spa Park

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Generously laid out facility with plenty of benches.
Access is free except for certain events.

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37.6 km

The floating stage is the central location for attractive entertainment and a wide range of events and has approx. 1000 seats

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38.2 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.6 km

9.61 km

4.35 km

2.95 km

338 m

327 m

Surfaces

17.1 km

13.3 km

3.99 km

2.80 km

1.00 km

< 100 m

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Thursday 8 October

11°C

4°C

87 %

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