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Gaisthal - Ruine Frauenstein - Pondorf - Gaisthal-Runde

Hiking Route · Oberpfälzer Wald

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Georg Luft

/ Signalberg, wir kommen!
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/ Aufstieg auf Weg Nr. 4
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/ Ein bisschen Fernsicht schmecken?
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/ Ruine Frauenstein I
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/ Ruine Frauenstein II
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/ Rückweg über Pondorf
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moderate

Distance 8.9 km

2:38 h

315 m

314 m

853 m

538 m

Difficulty

moderate

Technique

Stamina

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Highest point

853 m

Lowest point

538 m

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Gaisthal (584 m)

Coordinates:

49.479768, 12.509580

DMS

49°28'47.2"N 12°30'34.5"E

UTM

33U 319609 5483772

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Destination

Gaisthal

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Getting there

Parking

Coordinates

49.479768, 12.509580

DMS

49°28'47.2"N 12°30'34.5"E

UTM

33U 319609 5483772

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///amplitude.launching.henceforth

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Equipment

Basic Equipment for Hiking

Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Hiking socks
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
Sunglasses
Hiking poles
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
First aid kit
Kit para bolhas
Bivy / survival bag
Survival blanket
Headlamp
Pocket knife
Whistle
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass
Emergency contact details
ID

The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

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Difficulty

moderate

Distance

8.9 km

Duration

2:38 h

Ascent

315 m

Descent

314 m

Highest point

853 m

Lowest point

538 m

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