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The Top 10 Attractions around Lichtenstein

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Lichtenstein. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Lichtenstein is a region where 10

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Last updated: September 23, 2025

Lichtenstein Castle Ruins

After changing owners, the castle has been abandoned since 1567 and left to decay. Some of the masonry may have been used for buildings in the area.

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Because it is informative and it is very beautiful in the Lichtenstein area at any time of the year ...

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In the vicinity of Lichtenstein Castle there are traces of medieval agriculture. Elongated bulges testify to this use, the so-called vaulted fields. These served to supply the castle. After leaving the castle in 1567, reforestation began.

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The Lichtenstein quarry is used by 2 gypsum companies: "Rigips Saint-Gobain" and "Casea (a company of the Remondis Group)".

The raw gypsum stone mined here is geologically assigned to the …

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Opposite the ascent to the castle ruins of Lichtenstein is an oak tree. This was planted in honor of the forest ranger Otto Klages. From 1956 to 1987 he was forest warden for the Dorst Forest Cooperative.

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