Journey back in time to Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe a place where history and nature intertwine. Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe is a special area in Mittelfranken. It sits right next to Nuremberg’s southern edge. This 13.91 square kilometer state forest is located north of Wendelstein. It is west of Feucht and south of Langwasser. Worzeldorf is to its east. It is part of the Lorenzer Reichswald forest.
The A 6 and A 73 highways cross Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe. They form the Autobahnkreuz Nuremberg-South in the middle. The Predigtstühlein stands at 373 meters above sea level. It is the highest point in the area. Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe is part of the EU bird reserve Nürnberger Reichswald. It is also part of the landscape protection area. This area protects the landscape in Landkreis Roth. It includes the southern Mittelfränkische Becken east of the Schwäbische Rezat and Rednitz.
The Ludwig-Donau-Main Canal cuts through Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe. The Schnackenbach and Ottergraben streams flow through the east. Jägersee is a popular swimming lake west of Feucht. The historic Gauchsbach-Leitgraben runs north of Röthenbach near Sankt Wolfgang.
Many cycling and hiking trails wind through the forest. The Fränkische Dünenweg also passes through Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe. You can explore historical landmarks here. These include sections and locks of the Ludwig-Donau-Main Canal. Look for Schleuse 64 65 and 66 of the Ludwig-Donau-Main Canal. The Schneiderkreuz near the Sorger Bridge is another landmark.
Also discover the Meixnerstein near Röthenbach near Sankt Wolfgang. It commemorates J.C. Meixner from Nuremberg. The stone marks a hunting accident from 1873. The former Feucht–Wendelstein railway line used to run through Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe.
Today Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe has no residents as of December 31 2023. Forst Kleinschwarzenlohe offers a blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue. Enjoy the tranquility of the forest. Discover the hidden stories within its boundaries.