Attractions around Birkenhördt

Once upon a time, the emperors of the Staufer family were enthroned high up on this huge rock ship, steering the destinies of the Holy Roman Empire of the German … read more

This extremely well-preserved castle, which is one of the most famous in the Palatinate, lies above Klingenmünster. From the keep you have a sensational view over the entire Rhine plain. … read more

Barely a kilometer from the natural monument Dicke Eiche is the hiking home of the same name. Here you can stop for a short break with a white cheese (quark) with potatoes and a nice Weissherbst spritzer.

The Dahner castles group consists of the rock castles Altdahn, Grafendahn and Tanstein. All three are exceptionally well restored and thus offer an authentic castle experience. Admission is free.

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Interesting rock that attracts many climbers, especially on weekends.

Great 360 ° panorama over Rhine plain and Palatine forest. In the distance, the Black Forest is easy to see! In the tavern, there are all sorts of food (including … read more

From here you have one of the most beautiful views of the opposite Trifels. In addition, climbing beginners who want to climb a short pleasure wall or climb around the … read more

Drachenfels Castle is definitely worth a climb. A great experience, and not just because of the beautiful view. Exploring the structure of this castle is a real adventure, as it differs significantly from the usual castles

Weisseburch, Wissembourg, Weissenburg: The "petite ville", surrounded by wine and forests, in the historic streets of the center ville is the city full of life.

Dream view of the ruin Neukastel on the Wingert and in the Rhine plain.

The gigantic view alone makes it worth climbing up the ladder (and down again, of course).

The largest castle complex in the Palatinate lies to the east above Dahn. Its oldest parts date from the 11th century. The Dreierburg, built on free-standing, steep cliffs, is a … read more

Great vantage point with a view into the distance. You should have a head for heights to get to the top of the rock formation (crevice)!

The German Wine Gate marks the beginning of the German Wine Route. It was built in the Third Reich to make the winegrowing region better known. Even today, an imperial … read more

Unfortunately currently closed for renovations. The castle will be renovated by mid-2023!

The climbing rocks between the castle ruins of Trifels and Scharfenberg have had unusual names ever since they were scaled by rock climbers. Even if you don't climb up the … read more

The climb to the Rehberg Tower is worthwhile. The 14 m high octagonal tower was built in 1862 from the region's colored sandstone. It stands on the 567.8 m above … read more

New rock towers appear around almost every bend in the road.

The tower stands on the 503m above sea level. NN high Treutelsberg.
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On the viewing platform "Am Weißen Fels" the hiker enjoys a distant view into the Wasgau ..., also the Hundsfels can be seen on the right hand.