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Germany
Bavaria
Upper Franconia
Franconian Switzerland
Landkreis Bayreuth
Pottenstein

Devil's Cave, Pottenstein – Pottenstein Castle loop from Pottenstein

Routes
Running trails & routes
Germany
Bavaria
Upper Franconia
Franconian Switzerland
Landkreis Bayreuth
Pottenstein

Devil's Cave, Pottenstein – Pottenstein Castle loop from Pottenstein

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runners

Devil's Cave, Pottenstein – Pottenstein Castle loop from Pottenstein

02:36

22.2km

330m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 30, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 14.1 km for 55 m

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1.88 km

Devil's Cave, Pottenstein

Highlight • Cave

The Devil's Cave is an impressive stalactite cave and part of the “Jura Caves Adventure World”. It is the largest of the numerous caves in Franconian Switzerland and a popular …

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3.50 km

Cave Entrance

Cave Entrance

3

14.1 km

Kühloch Cave

Highlight • Cave

Impressive rock face below the ruins of Hollenberg with a large cave - the cooling hole

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4

14.2 km

The Dwarf Cave

Highlight • Cave

Nice cave with two entrances and several cross connections, the passage length is about 100m. The somewhat arduous ascent, leaving the bike down below, is worth it, don't forget your torch.

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14.6 km

Hollenberg Castle Ruins and Viewpoint

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Even if the ascent, pushing and carrying the bike is really difficult, it is worth the effort to get to the Hollenberg castle ruins. From here you have a fascinating view. Unfortunately, the information boards are installed about 100m below.

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14.8 km

Hollenberg Mountain Station

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Nice, small snack bar with good snacks, there is also a vending machine for drinks. However, only open on weekends and with a limited number of seats, arriving early ensures the best seats.

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7

18.5 km

Pütlachtal Valley

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Idyllic valley. Pleasantly shady running route.

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8

19.7 km

Püttlach Stream

Highlight • River

9

21.7 km

Pottenstein Castle

Highlight • Castle

Pottenstein Castle is one of the oldest castles in Franconian Switzerland and houses a castle museum. It rises on a rock above the town of Pottenstein in the Upper Franconian district of Bayreuth in Bavaria.

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22.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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9.73 km

7.32 km

1.73 km

1.28 km

1.08 km

1.06 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.3 km

5.74 km

2.54 km

1.88 km

547 m

170 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 14 May

11°C

3°C

55 %

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