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Spitznack Viewpoint – Schwedenschanze Viewpoint loop from Oberwesel

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Spitznack Viewpoint – Schwedenschanze Viewpoint loop from Oberwesel

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Spitznack Viewpoint – Schwedenschanze Viewpoint loop from Oberwesel

09:12

29.9km

1,030m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 12.2 km for 23 m

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6.95 km

View of Katz Castle and the White Tower in St. Goarshausen

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A dream combination the two!

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7.87 km

View of Katz Castle and the Rhine

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Nice view over the castle with the Rhine in the background

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8.30 km

Katzenwald

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12.1 km

Spitznack Viewpoint

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Nice here - always happy to come back.

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12.1 km

View of the Loreley from Spitznack

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impressive rock formation, invites you to rest and explore

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12.4 km

Felsenkanzel Viewpoint Overlooking the Rhine and the Loreley

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A short steep descent leads to the actual rock pulpit. This short detour is definitely worth it. If you don't want to or can't go down to the rock pulpit, …

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13.6 km

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Viewpoint

19.8 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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21.6 km

Schwedenschanze Pavilion with View of the Rhine Valley

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Not half as crowded as at the Loreley and also a fantastic view of the steep slopes of the Middle Rhine Valley. The hiking hut invites you to take an extended break.

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23.0 km

Dörscheider Heide Nature Reserve

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Here you can find the so-called Spanish flag 🦋 relatively often (in July e.g. )

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24.7 km

Viewpoint

29.9 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.6 km

6.09 km

4.08 km

2.65 km

252 m

190 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

11.0 km

3.58 km

2.48 km

1.35 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Sunday 7 June

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Spitznack Viewpoint – Schwedenschanze Viewpoint loop from Oberwesel

View of Katz Castle and the White Tower in St. Goarshausen

View of Katz Castle and the Rhine

Spitznack Viewpoint

View of the Loreley from Spitznack

Felsenkanzel Viewpoint Overlooking the Rhine and the Loreley

Schwedenschanze Viewpoint

Schwedenschanze Pavilion with View of the Rhine Valley

Dörscheider Heide Nature Reserve

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