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Grebenstein Castle

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    Location: Grebenstein, Landkreis Kassel, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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    December 13, 2025

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    From a distance, Grebenstein Castle looks like a massive box atop a steep hill.

    Essentially, only the ruins of the palace remain of the castle, but these tower high and are surrounded by imposing walls.
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    August 30, 2020

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    The viewing platform on top of the castle ruins offers a great all-round view of the new Calden Airport, Habichtswald, Hohen Dörnberg, Reinhardswald and more.
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    March 24, 2022

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    Grebenstein Castle is located on a 249 m high basalt cone. It was built in 1266 by Count Ludolf V of Dassel. He used it to secure the border of his property against the diocese of Mainz, which owned the neighboring town of Hofgeismar. The castle later became the property of the County of Hesse, but the complex soon lost its importance after the indebted Mainz had to withdraw from the Weser and Diemel. The castle was destroyed in the Thirty Years' War and the ruins were used as a quarry. Today only the palace remains.
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    1. Grebenstein Town Hall – Grebenstein Castle loop from Grebenstein

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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    Elevation 230 m

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