Frankenjura is regarded as one of the top areas for sport climbing in Europe. The many routes covering a wide range of difficulty, which are located in beautiful surroundings, make it a perfect holiday destination both for beginners, hard rockclimbers and boulder freaks.
Frankenjura attracts visitors from Germany and the rest of Europe and is ideal for canoeing, cycling, walking, summer-bob-sleigh riding, caving, and swimming. It is ideal for families and groups of climbers.
The area has good campsites, and almost every village whatever its size has Bed&Breakfast or small hotels. Good food, good wine, the special taste of German beer and everything else Frankenjura has to offer make it a place to be recommended time and time again.
The climate offers good rock climbing conditions especially during the spring and autumn but since many crags are in the shade summer climbing is also enjoyable. Should it rain then you can pay a visit to Bamberg, or Nürnberg. Both places have a lot to offer in the way of culture, shopping, good restaurants and they provide pleasant memories for when you plan your next trip.

To reach the crags and to enjoy rock climbing in Frankenjura to the full you will need a car. However, if you keep to our list of recommended crags and do not wish to visit the whole area then cycling is an alternative.

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