Karlsruhe District
Kreis BergstraßeNeckarsteinachSchadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest)
Karlsruhe District
Kreis BergstraßeNeckarsteinachSchadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest)
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Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest)
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Mountain biking
4.8
(106)
Cycling
4.5
(49)
Road cycling
5.0
(7)
Gravel riding
5.0
(1)
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Schwalbennest von Neckarsteinach
Tips
May 28, 2017
Hiking
The four castles, and especially Swallow's Nest, have inspired many legends and stories. Victor Hugo invented the story of the robber baron "Bligger the Scourge," who had his seat at the castle, and Mark Twain also mentions it in his "A Tramp Through Europe."
The well-preserved ruins are freely accessible, and the walkable battlements on the two-winged shield wall offer a magnificent view.
•June 1, 2017
Hiking
Free access.
•March 12, 2017
Hiking
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest)
4.8
(330)
1,399
hikers
16.8km
05:05
520m
520m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4.6
(130)
573
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4.5
(105)
366
hikers
7.78km
02:22
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Elevation 160 m
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