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Wespenstein Castle

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Gräfenthal

Wespenstein Castle

Recommended by 18 hikers out of 19

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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Location: Gräfenthal, Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt, Thuringia, Germany

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1. Lauenstein Castle – Cook's Grave loop from Springelhof

14.3km

04:20

480m

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

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2. Cook's Grave – Lauenstein Castle loop from Probstzella

22.1km

06:46

650m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Lauenstein Castle – Villa Falkenstein loop from Gräfenthal

22.0km

06:43

650m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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RS7

June 24, 2023

Wespenstein Castle

... the former seat of the Imperial Marshal of Pappenheim, has shaped the face of the town of Gräfenthal for centuries.

The best way to get to know the story is during a tour of the castle from the lord of the castle, Dr. explain to Wolfgang Weir.

Or go to the Georgstift Museum, which is open every Saturday and Sunday between 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. and see a model of the castle, old documents, old books and swords and much more about Gräfenthal's history.

(Graefenthal city administration)

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Aurelia

October 31, 2020

The castle was built in 1250 by the Counts of Orlamünde and is now partially in ruins. It now houses a restaurant with a guesthouse and beer garden.

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Nancy Stauche

May 5, 2024

ideal place to take a break and drink a beer. Currently there is no tenant, so you have to bring your own

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Location: Gräfenthal, Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt, Thuringia, Germany

Wespenstein Castle

1. Lauenstein Castle – Cook's Grave loop from Springelhof

2. Cook's Grave – Lauenstein Castle loop from Probstzella

3. Lauenstein Castle – Villa Falkenstein loop from Gräfenthal

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