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Regierungsbezirk Kassel

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Schwalm-Eder-Kreis
Gilserberg

Burgruine Schönstein

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Burgruine Schönstein

Recommended by 85 hikers out of 88

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    1. Schönstein Wading Pool – Schönstein Castle Ruins loop from Dodenhausen

    11.8km

    03:17

    220m

    220m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Intermediate

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Intermediate

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    June 1, 2023

    The Schönstein castle ruins are a bit overgrown, but still a worthwhile detour. The ruins are romantic.

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      February 17, 2021

      The ruin on the western spur of the Gilserberg Schloßberg (419 meters) was a Romanesque hilltop castle. Presumably built in the 12th century, it was first mentioned in a document around 1350.

      After a checkered past, the castle gradually fell into disrepair from 1557. Information has been received from 1601 that residents of Schönau assured the landgrave that they definitely did not use any stones from the castle for their own houses, but only for the construction of the Ziegenhain fortress.

      Today the ruin is a popular hiking destination. Perfect for a little break.

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        September 20, 2020

        beautiful secluded rest area

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          Location: Gilserberg, Schwalm-Eder-Kreis, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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