Excavations suggested that fortified residential complexes existed on the Christenberg as early as 420 BC. One found traces and indications that there was an entrance to one of the pre-Christian Celtic settlements on the Christenberg.

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January 3, 2021

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These are the remains of the main gate of the early medieval fortress (700 to 800 AD).

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1. Mellnau Castle Ruins – Mellnauer Kreuz Shelter loop from Münchhausen

17.7km

05:04

390m

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2. Mellnau Castle Ruins – Mellnauer Kreuz Shelter loop from Mellnau

20.1km

05:45

460m

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3. Mellnauer Kreuz Shelter – St. Martin's Church, Christenberg loop from Wetter (Hessen)

13.1km

03:46

310m

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

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South Gate of the Kesterburg (Remains)

1. Mellnau Castle Ruins – Mellnauer Kreuz Shelter loop from Münchhausen

2. Mellnau Castle Ruins – Mellnauer Kreuz Shelter loop from Mellnau

3. Mellnauer Kreuz Shelter – St. Martin's Church, Christenberg loop from Wetter (Hessen)

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