Massendorfer Gorge – Massendorf Trailhead Parking loop from Spalt

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Massendorfer Gorge – Massendorf Trailhead Parking loop from Spalt

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Massendorfer Gorge – Massendorf Trailhead Parking loop from Spalt

02:10

7.63km

170m

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 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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25 m

Distinctive Half-Timbered Houses

Highlight • Structure

The half-timbered houses in the Middle Franconian town of Spalt, with their high gables and special "hop architecture", shape the historic townscape.

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Hop Houses in Spalt

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The distinctive, high-gabled half-timbered houses with up to five floors are not a matter of architectural fashion, but were solely used for drying hop cones. The opened gable shutters and …

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1.37 km

Massendorfer Gorge

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

Briefly:

- The entry point is hard to find

- many mosquitoes

- great scenery is worth it

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2.70 km

Massendorf Trailhead Parking

Highlight • Parking

In addition to the fact that you can park your vehicle here easily and for free to start a nice hike, there is also a nice picnic area with a beautiful view.

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3.77 km

Engelhof Field Cross

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Nice rest area with a chapel

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5.30 km

Müllersloch Gorge and Waterfall

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Also very worth seeing in winter. So when winter comes again with freezing temperatures 😉. Then there are great icicles to admire. Surefootedness and some skill would be good ❄️

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7.63 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.90 km

1.41 km

803 m

523 m

Surfaces

3.18 km

1.68 km

1.51 km

736 m

523 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 5 October

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Comments

August 31, 2024,Massendorfer Schlucht – Müllersloch Runde von Spalt

We went on a leisurely, short hike in Spalt today. The Massendorfer Gorge and the Müllers Loch are really worth seeing and have a special flair. Here you can enjoy the simplicity and wildness of nature. And yet it is very special there with all the beautiful rocks ⛰️

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October 5, 2024,Durch die Massendorfer Schlucht zum Müllerloch bei Spalt

Dry from above and below 😍, the new hiking boots were tested and found to be very good 👍

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May 11, 2024,Massendorfer Schlucht – Müllersloch Runde von Spalt

The path through the Massendorfer Gorge and the path through the Müllerloch were very muddy, slippery and wet due to the heavy rain the days before. Komoot mixed up the pictures in the Müllerloch and I was unable to put them in the right order. There were simply too many. 😩

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August 9, 2023,Müllers Loch, Massendorfer Schlucht von Spalt + A

Beautiful hike through gorges created by erosion and beautiful forest trails.
The ice cream was given as a reward at the end of the hike 😁

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October 11, 2024,Vom Müllersloch zur Massendorfer Schlucht; anschließend " gute fränkische Küche"

Very beautiful gorge in the beautiful Franconia region... you don't always have to chase the tourist highlights... Franconia has so much to offer... nature, delicious food and delicious beer and wine... what more could you want 😏

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July 19, 2024,Müllersloch – Kiefernwald Runde von Spalt

A beautiful walk. But you should plan on 2 hours, especially with a dog or children and just to look around. Sturdy shoes are recommended, especially if you are walking through the entire Massendorfer Gorge and Müllers Loch.

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March 23, 2025,182. Massendorfer Schlucht - Tour 2 von 2

Hello everyone,
After visiting the Schnittlinger Loch, we drove to the Massendorfer Gorge to fully enjoy the idyllic natural setting. Many beautiful rock formations, small caves, and numerous wooden walkways complete this unique gorge. The trail continues through the pine forest to the Müllersloch. The end of a perfect hike. You'll definitely need good walking skills here, as it's quite …

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