Riesenburg
A collapsed cave in the Wiesent valley, with huge natural stone arches and connected chambers, free to visit year-round.
Riesenburg is a large cave whose roof has collapsed, leaving several huge natural stone arches and semi-open chambers. It lies on the west side of the Wiesent valley near Doos. In 1830, King Ludwig I of Bavaria visited the site, and stairways and paths were built. From the car park on the valley road, a flight of steps climbs about 10 minutes to reach it. Paths run through and around the cave, and it is free to enter. The small Doos waterfall nearby and the area around Muggendorf are also good for hiking. Wet steps can be slippery, so wear non-slip shoes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Rabeneck Castle
- Druidenhain
- Gößweinstein Basilica & Castle
- Neideck Castle Ruins
- Tüchersfeld
- Binghöhle
- Rabenstein Castle & Sophienhöhle
- Aufseß Brewery Hiking Trail