Castles
GermanyRhineland-PalatinatePalatinate ForestLandkreis Bad DürkheimElmsteinElmstein Castle Ruins
Castles
GermanyRhineland-PalatinatePalatinate ForestLandkreis Bad DürkheimElmsteinElmstein Castle Ruins
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Elmstein Castle Ruins
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by 67 explorers out of 72
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Biosphärenreservat Pfälzerwald-Vosges du Nord
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Location: Elmstein, Landkreis Bad Dürkheim, Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
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February 25, 2019
Hiking
•April 29, 2021
Hiking
"The Elmstein Castle, which characterizes the townscape, was probably built in the 12th century by Count Palatine Konrad to secure the path. The spur system was destroyed either in 1525 or 1688. The remains of the shield wall and the palace have been preserved."
Reference: pwv-elmstein.de.tl/Burruine-Elmstein.htm
"The castle ruins are privately owned. If you wish to view them, you are welcome to contact the owners (Gabriele Kratz and Joachim Kosubek) by email. Email: info@burg-elbenstein.de "
Source: vg-lambrecht.de/vg_lambrecht/Tourism/Freizeitangebote/Burgen%20und%20Schl%C3%B6sser
•October 14, 2019
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Best routes to Elmstein Castle Ruins
4.7
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160
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13.5km
03:51
320m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.6
(8)
49
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.5
(6)
32
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 240 m
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Location: Elmstein, Landkreis Bad Dürkheim, Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany