Search hotels in Pottenstein

Set in Pottenstein, 28 km from Bayreuth Central Station, Aparthotel Minderleins Apart offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

M

Maciej

From

Poland

Everything was perfect: - spacious room - spacious balcony - amazing view - great breakfast - fantastic equipment (everything there, everything new) - super location - comfy parking Lovely host!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews

Price from

€ 108.90

1 night, 2 adults

Gasthof zur Burgruine

Set in Pottenstein, 19 km from Rabeneck Castle, Gasthof zur Burgruine offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

D

Dimitrios

From

Germany

A simple hotel with friendly people in a picturesque and quiet hamlet. Perfect if you like nature and quiet surroundings. Also well located in an area with excellent breweries and beautiful hiking paths.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews

Price from

€ 98.80

1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Schwan

Situated in Pottenstein, within 28 km of Bayreuth Central Station and 28 km of Oberfrankenhalle Bayreuth, Hotel Schwan features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews

Price from

€ 117

1 night, 2 adults

Hüttendorf Fränkische Schweiz

Situated 24 km from Oberfrankenhalle Bayreuth, Hüttendorf Fränkische Schweiz features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Price from

€ 150.70

1 night, 2 adults

Ferienwohnung Marktblick

Ferienwohnung Marktblick is set in Pottenstein, 9.4 km from Rabeneck Castle, 1.3 km from Sommerrodelbahn, and 7.3 km from Aussichtspunkt.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

€ 651.71

1 night, 2 adults

Haus Goldfuß

Located 26 km from Oberfrankenhalle Bayreuth, 11 km from Rabeneck Castle and 5 km from Sommerrodelbahn, Haus Goldfuß provides accommodation set in Pottenstein.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Price from

€ 129.55

1 night, 2 adults

Ferienwohnung Mein Zuhause ,Erdgeschoss

Located in Pottenstein, Ferienwohnung Mein Zuhause, Erdgeschoss features a restaurant and inner courtyard views, 29 km from Oberfrankenhalle Bayreuth and 6.7 km from Rabeneck Castle.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Price from

€ 215

1 night, 2 adults

DJH Jugendherberge Pottenstein

Located in Pottenstein, within 27 km of Bayreuth Central Station and 28 km of Oberfrankenhalle Bayreuth, DJH Jugendherberge Pottenstein provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as...

C

Caroca

From

Germany

We liked this place very much, its clean and relatively close to the attractions. Breakfast was all organic and tasty, we didnt expect it for free.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Price from

€ 139

1 night, 2 adults

Pension-Puttlachtal

Set in Pottenstein and only 29 km from Oberfrankenhalle Bayreuth, Pension-Puttlachtal offers accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking.

A

Arianna

From

Denmark

Quiet place in amazingly beautiful area

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1

Good - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews

Price from

€ 72

1 night, 2 adults

Schatzn Hof Landgasthaus

Located in Pottenstein, 25 km from Bayreuth Central Station, Schatzn Hof Landgasthaus features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9

Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

Price from

€ 81

1 night, 2 adults

Popular with guests booking hotels in Gößweinstein

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3

Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

Hotelchen Schönblick

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5

Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Hotel Stempferhof

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews

Hotel Krone

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Pottenstein and nearby

See all

Hotel Landgasthof Frankenstern

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews

Behringers Freizeit - und Tagungshotel

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews

Landgasthof Thiem

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

Hotel Fränkische Schweiz-Pegnitz

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5

Good - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews

Waldpension Rabeneck

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6

Good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Hotel Pension Wolf

Hotel in Ebermannstadt

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Hotel zur Post e.K.

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Schlabecks Fränkischer Hof -Hotel- 24H Self-Check-In

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Pottenstein

See all

Burg Rabenstein

Hotel in Kirchahorn

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews

Pension Drei Linden

Hotel in Obertrubach

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

Gasthof & Landhotel Jöbstel

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Ratsstube Pegnitz

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9

Good - What previous guests thought, 692 reviews

Gasthof Alte Post

Hotel in Obertrubach

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

Das Hartmanns

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2

Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Schlosshotel Betzenstein

Hotel in Betzenstein

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews

Pottenstein FAQ: Tips for every trip

AI generated

All trips

What is Pottenstein best known for?

Pottenstein boasts the Teufelshöhle, one of the largest limestone caves in Germany, and an 11th-century castle situated on a cliff. As part of the Franconian Switzerland region, the town serves as a base for hiking, rock climbing, and visiting traditional local breweries.

How many days should I stay?

A two to three-day stay provides enough time to tour the Teufelshöhle cave system, view Pottenstein Castle, and hike the trails across the Franconian Switzerland nature park. This duration also allows you to visit local breweries and complete your itinerary at a steady pace.

What's the best area to stay?

Booking a hotel in the town centre gives you direct access to traditional breweries, local restaurants and the mediaeval Pottenstein Castle. If your itinerary involves outdoor activities, look for accommodation on the outskirts near the Devil's Cave and Franconian Switzerland hiking trails.

First visit

Where should I stay on my first trip?

The town centre provides a practical base to reach Pottenstein Castle and local Franconian restaurants. Staying near the main street allows you to walk directly to the Püttlach river trails and the Teufelshöhle cave. Book a central hotel or guesthouse to navigate the area on foot.

What are the best things to do in Pottenstein?

Explore Pottenstein Castle to view the oldest fortress in Franconian Switzerland, then walk thru the Teufelshöhle underground cave system. The town centre boasts traditional breweries and restaurants, whilst the local summer toboggan run and walking routes are easily accessible from your accommodation.

What’s the easiest way to explore in Pottenstein?

Walking is the most practical way to navigate the Pottenstein town centre and reach the local castle. If you plan to visit the wider Franconian Switzerland region and its limestone caves, hiring a car provides the most flexibility. Regional busses also operate, though services are limited.

Family stays

Where should I stay with children?

Book family hotels in Pottenstein town centre for proximity to local restaurants and shops. Alternatively, choose accommodation near the B470 road. This location provides direct access to outdoor attractions like the Devil's Cave, the summer toboggan run, and Schöngrundsee lake.

What’s the best thing to do in Pottenstein with children?

Explore the Teufelshöhle limestone cave, where paved walkways make underground navigation straightforward for all ages. Above ground, a summer toboggan run offers a fast-paced, controlled activity. Visitors can also walk to Pottenstein Castle or use the surrounding nature park trails, which easily accommodate pushchairs.

What’s the best way to get around with a family?

Hiring a car is the most practical option for families staying in Pottenstein. The town centre is easily navigated on foot with a pushchair, but a vehicle provides the flexibility required to reach nearby caves, castles and nature trails. Local busses run on limited schedules.

Romantic trips

What’s the most romantic thing to do in Pottenstein?

Couples can explore the limestone caves at Teufelshöhle or walk the trails leading to the 11th-century Pottenstein Castle for valley views. You can also hike thru Franconian Switzerland, rent a pedal boat on the Schöngrundsee, or spend time at the local thermal baths.

What’s the best way to explore in Pottenstein?

Hiring a car provides the flexibility to explore the Franconian country side and nearby castles at your own pace. Within the compact town centre, walking is the most practical way to reach restaurants. Renting bicycles offers an active way for you both to navigate the valley trails.

Where should I stay for a romantic getaway?

Staying near the Pottenstein town centre gives couples immediate access to traditional Franconian dining and local breweries. Alternatively, accommodation along the Mariental valley places you directly on the regional hiking network, offering straightforward routes to the Teufelshöhle caves and surrounding limestone cliffs.

Work trips

Where's the most convenient place to stay for work?

For convenient access to local dining and services, select a hotel in the town centre. Properties near the B470 road provide straightforward transit links for driving to regional meetings. Prioritise accommodation offering dedicated work desks, reliable internet connectivity and on-site parking.

What can I do in Pottenstein between meetings?

Visit Pottenstein Castle for local history or take a brief tour of the Teufelshöhle limestone cave between appointments. The nearby Franconian Switzerland forest trails provide quiet routes for a short walk, with traditional regional dining available in the town centre.

How should I get around in Pottenstein?

Renting a car is the most practical way for business travellers to navigate Pottenstein and reach corporate venues in the surrounding Franconian region. The town centre is highly walkable for accessing local amenities, and you can pre-book private transfers for direct airport connexions.

What guests said about Pottenstein:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Gorgeous little village, surrounded by scenic landscape and...

Gorgeous little village, surrounded by scenic landscape and a commanding castle. There are several beer gardens and restaurants to choose from. There are some great bakeries and gelato bars, too. Thoroughly enjoyed Pottenstein, there is so much to do and see in and around Pottenstein.

Guest review byfiona

Australia

See reviews by guests who stayed at hotels in Pottenstein

See all

Sparta Hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3

Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

The location is great! There were some comments about road noise, if you close all the windows, you will not hear nothing.Even when outside is very hot,inside the hotel is fresh and comfortable temperature.

Guest review byZhorzhetta

Germany

Gasthof zur Burgruine

From € 98.80 per night

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews

A simple hotel with friendly people in a picturesque and quiet hamlet. Perfect if you like nature and quiet surroundings. Also well located in an area with excellent breweries and beautiful hiking paths.

Guest review byDimitrios

Germany

Gasthof Goldene Krone

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

Excellent location, right in the centre of beautiful Pottenstein. Lovely breakfast with large choice of various meat, cheese, fruit, bread etc.

Guest review byJinty

United Kingdom

Aparthotel Minderleins Apart

From € 137.50 per night

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews

Simply an exceptionally nice apartment hotel in a very attractive environment, especially for making walks.

Guest review byrobert

Netherlands

Pension-Puttlachtal