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Baden-Württemberg

Karlsruhe District

Schwanenburg (Upper Castle Menzingen)

Baden-Württemberg

Karlsruhe District

Schwanenburg (Upper Castle Menzingen)

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Schwanenburg (Upper Castle Menzingen)

Hiking

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Cycling

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Road cycling

4.2

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Gravel riding

5.0

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Mountain biking

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Location: Kraichtal, Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Tips

August 10, 2019

Hiking

The castle was built in the Renaissance style in 1565 on the site of a previous castle. Since then, the Schwanenburg has always been owned by the Lords of Menzingen, who, after the destruction of the moated castle in World War II, had to move to the only slightly damaged Schwanenburg, where they still live today.

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April 18, 2025

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The Barons of and to Mentzingen (also Menzingen, Mensingen, etc.) are a Kraichgau noble family, said to be descended from a common ancestor with the Gölers of Ravensburg and the Lords of Helmstatt, and named after their medieval ancestral seat of Menzingen (now a district of Kraichtal). The lineage of the family, which still exists today, dates back to 1253. The main building of the upper castle, the Schwanenburg, still stands, and has served as a residence since 1945.

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April 14, 2024

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I couldn't determine what kind of building it is on site, but I have to admit that it is a magnificent sight.

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Menzingen Moated Castle Ruins – Kleffners Hollow Way loop from Menzingen

7.41km

02:02

120m

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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4.2

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Old Schoolhouse – Menzingen Moated Castle Ruins loop from Menzingen

5.48km

01:28

60m

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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4.5

(11)

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#3.

Menzingen Moated Castle Ruins – Steinig barbecue area loop from Kraichgau

8.53km

02:19

120m

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Elevation 180 m

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Location: Kraichtal, Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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