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Lookout Tower – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Oberschwappach

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Lookout Tower – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Oberschwappach

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Lookout Tower – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Oberschwappach

03:22

11.7km

270m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

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Naturpark Steigerwald

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4.72 km

Zabelstein Castle Ruins

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After the original lords of the castle died out, the castle on the Zabelstein came into the possession of the Würzburg diocese around 1300. The prince-bishops had the castle expanded …

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Zabelstein Observation Tower and Ruins

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On top of the 475 meter high Zabelstein is an observation tower accessible at all times. On its platform high above the treetops you have a unique view over the …

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6.74 km

Falkenberger Hut Tour (Donnersdorf)

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The Falkenberger Hüttentour is a circular route through the local vineyard with a few stations, vantage points and information boards.

Information and download of the tour in pdf format at:

weinpanorama-steigerwald.de/falkenberger-huettentour_Falkenberger_Huettentour_60_kkmenue.html

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6.75 km

Donnersdorf Falkenberg Vineyards

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Here you walk through the vineyards with the old vines and the typical vineyard houses. A wonderful section!

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7.30 km

Stone Cross by the Path

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The cross is on the way to Falkenstein.

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7.48 km

Falkenstein

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The small village of Falkenstein is idyllically situated in the middle of the surrounding vineyards. Particularly noteworthy buildings are the Nikolauskirche and the rectory.

You will also find two inns here that are perfect for a break.

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11.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.86 km

1.69 km

979 m

828 m

287 m

Surfaces

5.67 km

2.58 km

2.04 km

768 m

583 m

Elevation

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August 29, 2024,19 Zabelstein - RWF Steigerwald 💧

The alarm goes off at 6, which means we have to get out of bed early because we're in Dettelbach today to see our chiropractor for a chiropractic adjustment. At 9, our bones are cracking, but after that everything is back in place. After that, we're supposed to get moving, so we continue towards Schweinfurt and up the Zabelstein in …

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September 26, 2021,Haßberge / Burgruine Zabelstein – Donnersdorfer Falkenberg / Runde von Oberschwappach

Conclusion:
Nice, quite varied tour; Hiking trails from asphalt to natural; There is also a lake, viticulture, beautiful views and a worthwhile rest at the chapel; There was a lot going on at the Zabelstein; seldom seen such a high quality "outdoor" toilet, it alone is worth the trip :-)

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July 25, 2022,Zabelstein

... warmer again, ... therefore "woody tour" :-)

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October 8, 2022,Von Oberschwappach hoch zum Zabelstein und über den Donnersdorfer Falkenberg zurück

At 483 m above sea level, the Zabelstein is the highest peak in the northern Steigerwald.

Zabelstein castle ruins
The ruins were once considered the strongest fortifications of the Bishopric of Würzburg. In times of crisis, it was often used as a depository for documents and the episcopal treasury. However, the lady of the castle set fire to the castle …

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August 24, 2023,Falkenstein 》 103./2023 🌄🍇⛰️🗼 Zabelstein-Sunriser

From Falkenstein (district of Schweinfurt/Lower Franconia) this morning I filmed a fine Sunriser-Ründla through the vineyards of the "Donnersdorfer Falkenberg" vineyard and then climbed the "Zabelstein". Both in the vineyards and on the imposing viewing tower on the Zabelstein, I was able to enjoy fantastic sights and views, accompanied by the wonderful sunrise atmosphere!
🌄🍇⛰️🗼🪨

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Lookout Tower – Zabelstein Castle Ruins loop from Oberschwappach

Lookout Tower

Zabelstein Castle Ruins

Lingmannhaus

Zabelstein Observation Tower and Ruins

Falkenberger Hut Tour (Donnersdorf)

Donnersdorf Falkenberg Vineyards

Stone Cross by the Path

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