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Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest) – Mittelburg Castle loop from Neckarsteinach

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Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest) – Mittelburg Castle loop from Neckarsteinach

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Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest) – Mittelburg Castle loop from Neckarsteinach

00:54

3.07km

80m

Hiking

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

Last updated: March 20, 2026

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Schwalbennest von Neckarsteinach

Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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562 m

View of the Schwalbennest Castle (Burg Schwalbennest)

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The four castles are easily accessible via the Burgenweg. I even saw young families with prams on the path.

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871 m

View of the Neckar Bend from Hinterburg Castle

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Climb up to the Hinterburg. The panoramic view is well worth it

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1.10 km

Four Castles Tour Neckarsteinach

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Rarely does one have the opportunity to visit four castles in such a small space. Whether a short walk or as part of a larger hike, the Four Castle Trail is definitely worth a visit.

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1.35 km

Forest Trails Between the Castles of Neckarsteinach

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There are always great views along the way

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1.44 km

Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest)

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Swallow's Nest Castle (1230) was daringly built on a rock on the steep mountain slope above the Neckar River.
The four castles, and especially Swallow's Nest, have inspired many legends …

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2.02 km

Hinterburg Ruins (Neckarsteinach)

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Very nice view of a Neckar loop and over to the Dilsberg festival. The ascent of the tower is adventurous, however, since it is pitch dark there, not really possible …

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2.17 km

View of the Neckar river bend and Neckarsteinach from the Hinterburg

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There are many views on the Neckarsteig

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2.39 km

Mittelburg Castle

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The Mittelburg (1165) was heavily rebuilt several times. During the Renaissance, the medieval castle complex was transformed into a Heidelberg-style castle. 1820 were added in the course of the usual …

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3.07 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.63 km

540 m

510 m

186 m

164 m

Surfaces

1.21 km

1.15 km

546 m

111 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Sunday 24 May

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Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest) – Mittelburg Castle loop from Neckarsteinach

View of the Schwalbennest Castle (Burg Schwalbennest)

View of the Neckar Bend from Hinterburg Castle

Four Castles Tour Neckarsteinach

Forest Trails Between the Castles of Neckarsteinach

Schadeck Castle (Swallow's Nest)

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View of the Neckar river bend and Neckarsteinach from the Hinterburg

Mittelburg Castle

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