Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest) – Bürstein Hut loop from Neckargemünd
Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest) – Bürstein Hut loop from Neckargemünd
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Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest) – Bürstein Hut loop from Neckargemünd
02:17
7.62km
240m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: June 23, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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771 m
Kleingemünd Orchards
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1.68 km
Schwalbennest Trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald
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2.34 km
Four-Castle View towards Neckarsteinach
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2.56 km
Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest)
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The four castles, and especially Swallow's Nest, have inspired many legends and stories. Victor Hugo invented the story of the robber baron "Bligger the Scourge," who had his seat at the castle, and Mark Twain also mentions it in his "A Tramp Through Europe."
The well-preserved ruins are freely accessible, and the walkable battlements on the two-winged shield wall offer a magnificent view.
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2.65 km
Forest Trails Between the Castles of Neckarsteinach
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3.10 km
Four Castles Tour Neckarsteinach
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Vorderburg and Mittelburg are both privately owned are not accessible.
The Vorderburg is fenced wide and you get really only the keep from the distance to face. At the Mittelburg run the public paths along the outer walls and you also get a good impression of the beautifully preserved grounds from the outside.
The two ruins Hinterburg and Schwalbennest are freely accessible and offer great views in Neackartal.
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5.96 km
Bürstein Hut
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There is no barbecue or other seating outside, so the hut is more suitable for a small rest e.g. on a lap around the Schadeck.
And should you ever be surprised by a heavy rain shower, a roof over your head is worth gold;)
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6.85 km
View of Neckargemünd
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7.62 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.63 km
2.58 km
402 m
Surfaces
3.62 km
3.23 km
500 m
262 m
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Elevation
Highest point (340 m)
Lowest point (160 m)
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Saturday 4 July
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Truly beautiful up there.
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