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Stuttgart District

Herwartstein Castle Ruins

Stuttgart District

Herwartstein Castle Ruins

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Herwartstein Castle Ruins

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Geopark Schwäbische Alb

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Location: Königsbronn, Heidenheim, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Sebastian Kowalke

February 13, 2018

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Herwartstein Castle once stood on a steep rock spur above Königsbronn. The Staufer built a small stone fortress, which changed hands repeatedly over the years. In the late 13th century this castle also came into the possession of the Counts of Helfenstein. However, when the rule is withdrawn from them, the castle falls into disrepair. The castle was demolished in the 14th century to enable the Königsbronn monastery to be built with the stones.

Today you will find a great view of Königsbronn and the surrounding area above the miserable foundation walls.

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Walkleader & Uschi 🌻

March 21, 2019

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If you are already in Königsbronn or Brenztopf you should enjoy the good cake in the "Café refined".

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Mig

May 11, 2020

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Very nice panoramic view over Königsbronn.
Access via the path at the ruin, or from the dirt road via the tampel path through a short humped piece of forest

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Coat of Arms Fountain at the Brenztopf – Herwartstein Castle Ruins loop from Königsbronn

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Coat of Arms Fountain at the Brenztopf – Herwartstein Castle Ruins loop from Königsbronn

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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Coat of Arms Fountain at the Brenztopf – Herwartstein Castle Ruins loop from Heidenheim-Schnaitheim

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

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Elevation 580 m

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Wednesday 15 July

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28 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Location: Königsbronn, Heidenheim, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Coat of Arms Fountain at the Brenztopf – Herwartstein Castle Ruins loop from Königsbronn

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