ライヒヴァイラーの洞窟・トップ9

ブルク・リヒテンベルクの非常に急な道。

A quiet, gently ascending forest path leads from Ruthweiler up to the imposing Lichtenberg Castle – one of the largest castle ruins in Germany. The path is easy to walk, shady, and offers frequent views of the valley. Tip: Go early in the morning – then the path is almost deserted, the air is fresh, and the castle looks particularly impressive in the first light. Ideal as an introduction to castle exploration or for nature lovers with a sense of history.

📍 Dream Loop Bärenbach Trail Remains of ruins, moss-covered stones, and a place that whispers stories – the so-called "Old Castle" is no longer a classic castle, but a place with soul. The remains of the walls seem like they come from another era, surrounded by dense forest and mysterious silence. A place for explorers and dreamers. 💡 Tip: It's a good moment to pause for a moment and imagine what it used to be like here. If you sharpen your eyes, you'll still recognize clear structures – and perhaps even a hint of history in the breeze.

📍 Near Lichtenberg Castle This is where the trail begins: an inconspicuous path, a small sign – and suddenly you're in the middle of a piece of East German history. The Preußensteig starts quietly but steeped in history. The first border markers aren't long in coming, the landscape opens up, and the feeling of "being on the move" quickly sets in. 💡 Tip: Be sure to take a moment at the start to get in the mood – the trail is long, but very rewarding. If you're planning the tour in stages, you can also start here and rejoin later.

An old castle from the 1850s. You wouldn't think of something like that when you see the sign "to the old castle." 😄

Very steep descent from the castle to the Fritz Wunderlich cycle path.

Great descent, followed by a somewhat hidden descent onto the Fritz Wunderlich cycle path

There is not much of the castle left 🤔