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Hohensolms Castle – Altenberg Observation Tower loop from Königsberg

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Hohensolms Castle – Altenberg Observation Tower loop from Königsberg

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Hohensolms Castle – Altenberg Observation Tower loop from Königsberg

02:06

7.46km

150m

Mountaineering

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

Last updated: February 5, 2026

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Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland

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3.32 km

Hohensolms Castle

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The Counts of Solms rebuilt Hohensolms Castle in 1350 after their first castle was completely destroyed elsewhere in 1349. From the former residence of the Counts of Solms-Hohensolms, the furnishings …

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3.63 km

Chestnut Tree Avenue in Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland

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Beautiful old trees and many old chestnut trees

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3.80 km

View of Dünsberg

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The rest area (with great views to the south, east and west) and Hohensolms Castle are connected by a wonderful 400 meter long avenue of oak and linden trees, which leads through the former castle park.

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6.29 km

Baumelbank — View of Dünsberg and the Gleiberg region

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Here, the so-called "Baumelbank" was donated, on which you literally dangle your legs, because the bank was built elevated. A wonderful rest for flattened feet. You can enjoy a fantastic …

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6.30 km

Baumelbank – View of Dünsberg and the Gießen region

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You have a beautiful view from here, it is worthwhile to go down and take a seat on the bank.

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6.36 km

View of the Lahn-Dill Highlands

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Pure nature. Great hilly landscapes with great views. Hiking is fun there.

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6.78 km

Wladislaw Kaczmarek Memorial Plaque

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"This is where the 21-year-old Polish forced laborer Wladislaw Kaczmarek was executed on April 9, 1942 by members of the SS and the Gestapo from Frankfurt on a mobile gallows" …

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7.00 km

Altenberg Observation Tower

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Small tower with a great all-round view At the foot of the tower nice little picnic area, unfortunately without a view for sheltered from the wind, which can also be beneficial.

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7.46 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.19 km

1.12 km

138 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.17 km

2.83 km

520 m

501 m

382 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (330 m)

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Thursday 23 April

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Hohensolms Castle – Altenberg Observation Tower loop from Königsberg

Hohensolms Castle

Chestnut Tree Avenue in Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland

View of Dünsberg

Baumelbank — View of Dünsberg and the Gleiberg region

Baumelbank – View of Dünsberg and the Gießen region

View of the Lahn-Dill Highlands

Wladislaw Kaczmarek Memorial Plaque

Altenberg Observation Tower

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