Steinwaldsphinx

Rock formation Erbendorf, Bavaria, Germany

What to expect

The Steinwald is a mountain range with a nature park in southern Germany, located in the province of Upper Palatinate, in North Bavaria. The park features a diverse landscape with mixed forests, mystical rock formations, extinct basalt cones, and large and small bodies of water. The Steinwald is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including conifers, deciduous trees, berry bushes, and cryptogams. The park's geology is characterized by granite, basalt, and other rocks, and it is rich in precious stones, such as agate and jasper. The climate in the Steinwald has Alpine characteristics, with long and harsh winters, and a short spring. The park offers a natural spectacle for everyone, with its unique landscape and geological features

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Sightseeing and hiking in the Steinwald and Stiftland

Sightseeing and hiking in the Steinwald and Stiftland
This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the Waldhistorischer Lehrpfad. We visited the Steinwaldsphinx and the Waldhaus, which was used in the film Krambambuli. We also saw the Rehgehege

Highlights: The Lehrpfad informed us about the local history. We got to see the Rehe, and one was even raised by people ✨