The late medieval Knights' Castle was already very dilapidated at the beginning of the 20th century, but was then rediscovered by the members of the Wandering Bird. The association Wandervogel acquired the castle after the First World War and rebuilt it on its own. Today, the castle complex is a youth hostel, on which of course hikers and cyclists can spend the night - a must for hikers on the Werra-Burgen-Steig.

More information can be found at burgludwigstein.de.

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Martl

March 27, 2022

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Ludwigstein, the "Jugendburg", was rediscovered by the Wandervogel, acquired privately and rebuilt as a meeting place. A very interesting destination!

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Wanderkaiser Opilio Martinus I.

November 1, 2018

Hiking

A very imposing hilltop castle from the 15th century, is now used as a youth hostel.

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1. Hanstein Castle – Teufelskanzel loop from Werleshausen

16.9km

05:19

560m

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2. View from the Großer Habichtstein – View of Wendershausen loop from Wendershausen

11.6km

03:32

400m

390m

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

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3. Cherry Blossom Trail Witzenhausen – Ludwigstein Castle loop from Wendershausen

16.8km

04:51

420m

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

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Elevation 230 m

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Tuesday 27 January

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-2°C

85 %

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Location: Witzenhausen, Werra-Meißner-Kreis, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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1. Hanstein Castle – Teufelskanzel loop from Werleshausen

2. View from the Großer Habichtstein – View of Wendershausen loop from Wendershausen

3. Cherry Blossom Trail Witzenhausen – Ludwigstein Castle loop from Wendershausen

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