Löwenburg (Gerhardstein Castle) Gerolstein
Löwenburg (Gerhardstein Castle) Gerolstein
Löwenburg (Gerhardstein Castle) Gerolstein
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 263 out of 281 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Natur- und Geopark Vulkaneifel
Location: Gerolstein, Vulkaneifel, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
Best Hikes to Löwenburg (Gerhardstein Castle) Gerolstein
Tips
The castle ruin Gerolstein is located on a mountain directly above the old town of Gerolstein and there are only remnants of the walls available, but are currently being restored. The castle dates back to the 12th century and was only destroyed and demolished between the 17th and 19th centuries.
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•October 12, 2016
The Löwenburg, first mentioned in 1115, is located on a 440 meter high rock hill above the valley of the Kyll and offers a great view of Gerolstein and the Gerolstein Dolomites.
translated by•December 21, 2020
The ruin offers a fantastic view over Gerolstein and the surrounding mountains of the Eifel.
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