The castle was built between 1570 and 1574 by Hans Jakob von Schönau and his son Hans Rudolf. It served as the residence of the noble family, later as an official residence and as a mill. In 1901 it became the property of the paper manufacturer Lenz, who sold it to the town of Wehr in 1971. Extensively renovated from 1975 to 1977, it now serves the town administration. The town gallery is located on the top floor. The history of the Lords of Schönau is documented in the corridors of the Old Castle.

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1. Klingenfels View of Wehr – Klingenfelsen Viewpoint loop from Wehr

13.1km

04:28

610m

620m

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

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2. Werrach Castle Ruins – The Cross at Wildestein loop from Wehr

6.05km

01:45

160m

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3. Hiking loop from Wehr

6.21km

01:48

160m

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Old Castle of the Lords of Schönau

1. Klingenfels View of Wehr – Klingenfelsen Viewpoint loop from Wehr

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3. Hiking loop from Wehr

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