With every step across the weather-beaten wood, you feel a little tingle—not just from the height, but also from the special atmosphere. It's as if you're stepping through a gateway into another time. The view of the valley below and the surrounding hills lends the moment an almost magical lightness. 🌬️🍂

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August 14, 2021

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Small wooden bridge on the imposing 🏰 castle ruins Helfenstein 🏰 From here you have a magnificent view over Geislingen and the Filstal.

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January 1, 2021

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Imposing wooden bridge in the ruins of Helfenstein.

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1. Felsental Gorge – Helfenstein Castle Ruins loop from Geislingen (Steige)

10.4km

03:05

310m

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2. Felsental Gorge – Helfenstein Castle Ruins loop from Eybtal mit Teilen des Längen- und Rohrachtales

8.45km

02:35

290m

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

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3. Ödenturm – Helfenstein Castle Ruins loop from Amstetten

13.6km

03:52

310m

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

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Elevation 580 m

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Thursday 19 March

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Location: Geislingen an der Steige, Göppingen, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Upper wooden walkway to the viewpoint

1. Felsental Gorge – Helfenstein Castle Ruins loop from Geislingen (Steige)

2. Felsental Gorge – Helfenstein Castle Ruins loop from Eybtal mit Teilen des Längen- und Rohrachtales

3. Ödenturm – Helfenstein Castle Ruins loop from Amstetten

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