The last few meters up to the rock can only be done on foot without a real path;
the shorter and easier ascent is from the north side.
There is a beautiful rock formation and a small cave to explore;

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Klaus (KM)

May 24, 2025

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The castle is located at Dietrichsstein. We drove clockwise around the ruins. There's a path leading up to the east, but it's only accessible on foot.

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