Max-Schultze-Steig

The Max-Schultze-Steig is a nature reserve along the Danube between Regensburg and Pentling with steep limestone cliffs rising above the river. The walking path follows the right bank and passes numerous rock formations, including several small caves.

The area was purchased in 1906 by engineer Max Schultze to protect it from limestone extraction. He donated the land to Regensburg in 1912, which then placed it under permanent protection.

The reserve carries the name of Max Schultze, an engineer who saved the area from extraction. Today visitors can see the steep limestone cliffs and understand why this place was valuable enough to be rescued from destruction.

Visitors must stay on marked paths to protect the fragile habitats along the route. Bicycles are not permitted because the trails are narrow and vegetation would be damaged otherwise.

One rock formation is named after botanist David Heinrich Hoppe, who sought shelter there during a storm in 1789. The so-called Hoppefelsen is now a distinctive landmark along the walking path.

Location: Regensburg

Location: Pentling

Inception: 1939

Website: https://regierung.oberpfalz.bayern.de/regierungsbezirk/natur_landschaft/schutzgebiete/naturschutzgebiete/max_schultze_steig

GPS coordinates: 49.00060,12.04100

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:42