A magnificent castle, one of the most beautiful in Germany. Highly recommended. The guided tour is also well-done. The castle is privately owned, by the way; a family lives there.
The Elz is a creek about 60 kilometers long on which the fantastic castle is located. You can hike the Elzbach from its source to its confluence with the Moselle.
The ruins of the Lower Castle are worth a visit. From up here, you have a magnificent view of the Moselle Valley. However, you should be in good shape, as …