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Weismain historic town centre – Weihersmühle Water Wheel loop from Burgkunstadt

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Weismain historic town centre – Weihersmühle Water Wheel loop from Burgkunstadt

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Weismain historic town centre – Weihersmühle Water Wheel loop from Burgkunstadt

02:26

39.1km

350m

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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6.98 km

Weismain historic town centre

Highlight • Historical Site

Historic buildings in the old town include a street market established in the early 13th century, well-preserved city fortifications, a Renaissance town hall (1543), the parish church of St. Martin, a market fountain with a Roland statue (1577), half-timbered houses, and the Kastenhof courtyard with the North JURA Museum and tourist information.

Weismain is also a convenient starting point for day trips to Banz Abbey, the Vierzehnheiligen Basilica, Coburg, Kulmbach, Bamberg, or Bayreuth, as well as to Franconian Switzerland, the Fichtel Mountains, or the Franconian Forest.

Cycling enthusiasts should note Whit Monday: On this day, car-free cycling and hiking can be enjoyed around the Kleinziegenfelder Valley.

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Upper Gate, Weismain

Highlight • Monument

The Weismain City Gate, also known as the Upper Gate, is a landmark of the town of Weismain in Upper Franconia. An impressive medieval city gate that was part of the former city fortifications, the gate dates back to the 14th century and is a massive structure with a striking tower and archway.

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10.3 km

Weismain River near Weismain

Highlight • River

In Kleinziegenfeld you can admire the source of the Weismain. From there the stream meanders through the Kleinziegenfeld valley and has created an impressive landscape. Numerous mills have been created in the valley, which can still be admired today and give some small towns their name.

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