Sights to see around Rattenberg

The heart of Neurandsberg castle once consisted of a residential building, a monumental structure, the castle courtyard, the main tower (keep), and the inner curtain wall. You can reach the ruins, including the nearby Mariä Geburt church, a popular pilgrimage destination, on foot from our Posthotel. Interesting tours of the castle ruins are regularly offered.

Distance: 2.2km

The Teufelsmühle or “devil’s mill” rock formation featuring a painted devil is shrouded in legend and can be reached on a rewarding hike: Simply follow the “Teufelsmühl-Rundweg” circular trail. The rock formation is connected to the ancient legend of a miller who dared to make a deal with the devil.

Distance: 4.5km

Walk the length of the Bavarian Forest – from above! You’ll pass by numerous stunning viewpoints on the way to Mt Hochberg and Mt Kramerschopf. The hike takes around 2.5 hours and is 5.3km long, with approx. 223 metres of elevation difference.

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Leisurely and romantic: The forest nature trail leads through the pretty Liebenberg woods and is around a kilometre long. It begins at the Rattenberg sports club, where you’ll also find a large children’s playground. Boards give interesting information about how the woods are used, and benches invite you to stop and rest. Simply breathe in the forest. Absorb the peace. And relax.

Distance: 600m

Real collector’s items: In the Maierhof Bulldog classic tractor museum, you can admire genuine rarities. Besides the classic Bulldog tractors, after which the museum is named, the exhibition also includes other historical agricultural equipment. Visits need to be booked over the phone in advance.

Distance: 5.8km