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Hesse

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Schwalm-Eder-Kreis

Bad Zwesten

Ruins of Löwenstein Castle – View of Bad Zwesten loop from Bad Zwesten

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Germany

Hesse

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Schwalm-Eder-Kreis

Bad Zwesten

Ruins of Löwenstein Castle – View of Bad Zwesten loop from Bad Zwesten

Moderate

4.7

(37)

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Ruins of Löwenstein Castle – View of Bad Zwesten loop from Bad Zwesten

02:16

8.05km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 23, 2026

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Naturpark Kellerwald-Edersee

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628 m

Löwenstein Ruins Rock Formation

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Beautiful rock on the Kellerwaldsteig.

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1.35 km

Ruins of Löwenstein Castle

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Löwenstein Castle was first mentioned in 1253. It was completely preserved until the beginning of the 17th century, but in need of renovation. Presumably it was then severely affected in …

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1.48 km

Snack Bar at Löwenstein Castle Ruins

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The snack station, beautifully situated at the ruins of Löwenstein Castle, offers home-style cooking.

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2.30 km

View of Bad Zwesten and Schwalmtal

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An absolutely beautiful area

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2.81 km

Bench With a View of Naturpark Kellerwald-Edersee

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3 small arbors offer a beautiful view and weather protection

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3.60 km

View of Bad Zwesten

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The different views of Bad Zwesten are beautiful!

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4.41 km

View of the center of Bad Zwesten

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Also nice to explore by bike.

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8.05 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.99 km

1.64 km

413 m

Surfaces

2.43 km

2.01 km

1.72 km

1.48 km

387 m

Elevation

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

Weather

Saturday 4 July

23°C

15°C

86 %

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Comments

October 16, 2021,Wanderung um Burgruine Löwenstein

A very varied and well signposted circular hiking trail around the ruins. Fairytale forest and beautiful views of the landscape.

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January 7, 2024,Burg Löwenstein Bad Zwesten

Move into the new year and explore new things! Bad Zwesten now belongs to Little Red Riding Hood and so we set off around the Löwenstein castle ruins.

From the Urfftal hiking car park we first went uphill in the forest to the castle ruins. On the way you will notice the mighty rock formations. From the castle complex and …

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November 6, 2024,Burg-Löwenstein-Weg

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The "dream tour" Burg-Löwenstein-Weg is a beautiful circular route that I really enjoyed today. However, I find the term "dream tour" to be a bit exaggerated. The path is beautiful, but I imagine something different when I think of a dream tour. Nevertheless, I can recommend the path!

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October 3, 2024,"Qualitätsweg Traumtour" Burg Löwenstein

A beautiful circular route that goes through a lot of open terrain, mostly on field and forest paths, sometimes also on trails. It is very well signposted and there are many places to stop for a rest. It was very nice to walk, had very beautiful views and the castle ruins were definitely worth a look, it's a shame we …

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April 16, 2022,Burg Löwensteinrunde

Enjoyed a little lap around Löwenstein Castle and an even tastier lunch 😋

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Ruins of Löwenstein Castle – View of Bad Zwesten loop from Bad Zwesten

Löwenstein Ruins Rock Formation

Ruins of Löwenstein Castle

Löwenstein Tower Ruins

Snack Bar at Löwenstein Castle Ruins

View of Bad Zwesten and Schwalmtal

Bench With a View of Naturpark Kellerwald-Edersee

View of Bad Zwesten

View of the center of Bad Zwesten

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