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Rhineland-Palatinate

Rhein-Lahn-Kreis

Schwedenschanze Viewpoint – Urbach Valley loop from Kaub

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Rhineland-Palatinate

Rhein-Lahn-Kreis

Schwedenschanze Viewpoint – Urbach Valley loop from Kaub

Moderate

4.9

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132

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Schwedenschanze Viewpoint – Urbach Valley loop from Kaub

03:36

11.9km

380m

Hiking

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

Last updated: March 26, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Rheinhänge von Burg Gutenfels bis zur Loreley

UNESCO Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal

Waypoints

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Start point

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1

1.15 km

Swedish Redoubt

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The section before the Schwedenschanze was probably the most Alpine part of the track. Single trail and quite steep slopes (coming from the north). Very beautiful in dry weather with good visibility.

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2

2.66 km

View of the Rhine and Oberwesel

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Rheinsteig Königsetappe .... I've hiked this stage three times now, but I'm always thrilled, one of the most beautiful places the Middle Rhine Valley has to offer. You should go …

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3

2.75 km

Rossstein Viewpoint (Rhine Slopes from Gutenfels Castle to the Loreley)

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Great view, great rest area on the rocks in the sun

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4

2.92 km

Schwedenschanze Viewpoint

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Here too, sure-footedness and a head for heights are a must. Otherwise, a super great view and tour.

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5

2.93 km

Rossstein viewpoint overlooking Oberwesel

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Those who arrived here have a great stage behind them. A really worthwhile route.

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6

4.05 km

View of the Rhine bend and sandbanks at Rheinhänge von Burg Gutenfels bis zur Loreley

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Nice view of the hairpin bends with their sandbars

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7

5.79 km

Urbach Valley

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A great bridge!

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8

6.86 km

Pavilion with View of the Rhine

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Highlight for aspiration & relaxation

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11.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.49 km

2.98 km

1.08 km

311 m

Surfaces

4.45 km

4.29 km

2.03 km

1.05 km

< 100 m

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Sunday 17 May

14°C

7°C

60 %

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