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    1. Le Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg — loop from Saint-Hippolyte

    11.3km

    03:36

    490m

    480m

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

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    January 25, 2023

    The Haut-Koenigsbourg, whose contraction means the king's high castle, offers hikers and lovers of fortified castles a gateway to the Middle Ages.
    Built in the 12th century, it has undergone several renovations over the years.

    It is the highest castle on the trail of the fortified castles of Alsace which once marked the border between France and Germany. Its privileged position offers unobstructed views of the plain of Alsace, the Black Forest and sometimes even the Alps.

    If we imagine the strategic advantage that this represented in times of war, we can take advantage today of this boon for the simple pleasure of the eyes.

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      September 30, 2025

      One of the most beautiful rooms in the castle.

      Weapons and armor can be admired here.

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        October 24, 2022

        Very nice view from the castle of the Rheineben and across to the Black Forest (but only if it's not foggy).

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          Elevation 680 m

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          Location: Orschweiler, Schlettstadt-Erstein, Alsace, France

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