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Franconian Switzerland – an El Dorado for climbers

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Franconian Switzerland is a paradise for climbing enthusiasts and adventure seekers. The countless rock faces have routes for beginners, advanced levels, and experts.

Franconian Switzerland – an El Dorado for climbers

Franconian Switzerland is a paradise for climbing enthusiasts and adventure seekers. The countless rock faces have routes for beginners, advanced levels, and experts. The following climbing rocks are less than a 30-minute walk from the indicated stations:

- The "Buchenstein" and the "Hartenfels" (from the station at Neukirchen near Sulzbach-Rosenberg)

- The "Hainbronner Pfeiler" (from Pegnitz station)

- The "Weißenstein" (from Neuhaus station)

Arrival

Hainbronner Pfeiler
St2162
91257 Pegnitz

Pegnitz

Our tip: Please make sure to check your train connection and the expected capacity before you start your journey.

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