Lourdes Grotto loop from Massenbachhausen

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Lourdes Grotto loop from Massenbachhausen

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Lourdes Grotto loop from Massenbachhausen

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9.89km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

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Statue of Saint John of Nepomuk at Gänsweiher Bridge

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On the bridge at the Gänsweiher there is a statue of Saint Nepomuk, the patron saint of bridges, from the 18th century. It was restored in 2003.
Source: information board on site

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402 m

Baroque Pietà Wayside Shrine at Backhausplatz

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This baroque wayside shrine is located on Backhausplatz in Massenbachhausen. It was renewed and restored in 1870 and 2004.

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540 m

Tithe Barn of the Counts of Neipperg

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In earlier times, farmers in Massenbachhausen, like elsewhere, had to hand over a tenth of their yield, such as rye, spelt, oats, summer and winter barley, to the authorities. For …

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1.42 km

Flood Retention Basin Massenbachhausen / Hungerltalgraben

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The flood retention basin from 2016 is essential for flood protection and is becoming increasingly important given the weather conditions.

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2.30 km

Wayside cross with crucifixion scene (1912)

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The wayside cross is located directly at the crossroads in the fields with a bench. Here you can sit down and enjoy a short break.

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4.27 km

Wayside Cross with Christ Figure on Schafgasse

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The wayside cross with the figure of Christ is located directly opposite a barn on the outskirts of the village.

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4.59 km

Wayside Cross with Crucifixion Scene (1921)

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On the outskirts of Massenbachhausen there is a wayside cross from 1921. The donors can be found on the base.

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9.69 km

Lourdes Grotto

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The Lourdes Grotto invites the viewer to silent contemplation. It was built in 1908.

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9.89 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.65 km

1.74 km

1.51 km

Surfaces

4.26 km

3.66 km

1.22 km

416 m

140 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Monday 19 October

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January 13, 2024,Denkmale Massenbachhausens

Today we noticed: January is actually a winter month. There was quite a cold wind with a few ice crystals, especially on the unforested heights.
Despite the freezing temperatures, we ventured onto Massenbachhausen's monument trail and discovered 27 of the 29 monuments. One of the monuments probably had to give way to a construction site for the time being, another …

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