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Lichtenstein Castle – View of Lichtenstein Castle loop from Engstingen

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Lichtenstein Castle – View of Lichtenstein Castle loop from Engstingen

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Lichtenstein Castle – View of Lichtenstein Castle loop from Engstingen

03:49

13.9km

220m

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: April 23, 2026

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Greuthau

Geopark Schwäbische Alb

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6.74 km

Shaded Path to the Castle

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Most of the paths that lead to the castle run along or in the forest. Shady in summer, protected from wind in winter.

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7.07 km

Wooden sculpture of Ritter von Lichtenstein

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Kuno came from the Frankish family of Lichtenstein. The exact time of his birth and entry into the Teutonic Order is not known. Lichtenstein is mentioned for the first time …

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7.19 km

Lichtenstein Castle

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A castle like something out of a book. And in this case, that's actually true. The inspiration and model for rebuilding the Lichtenstein ruins in 1842 came from the castle …

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7.44 km

Wilhelm Hauff Monument with views over the Echaz Valley

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The monument itself is kept simple. Anyone who knows his stories, but still likes to visit. A real fairytale castle inspired by a writer, already unique.

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7.45 km

View of Lichtenstein Castle

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Grandiose view of the castle

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7.76 km

View over the Echaz Valley

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There are always small but beautiful viewpoints along the Albtrauf.

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7.80 km

Ruins of Alt-Lichtenstein Castle

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Although the original castle's floor plan can "only" be seen on the information board, the square with the exposed walls, the well and the former rampart is still worth seeing! …

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9.02 km

Bench in the Greuthau Conservation Area

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13.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.84 km

2.98 km

1.63 km

459 m

Surfaces

10.2 km

2.26 km

711 m

582 m

122 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (810 m)

Lowest point (690 m)

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Lichtenstein Castle – View of Lichtenstein Castle loop from Engstingen

Shaded Path to the Castle

Wooden sculpture of Ritter von Lichtenstein

Lichtenstein Castle

Wilhelm Hauff Monument with views over the Echaz Valley

View of Lichtenstein Castle

View over the Echaz Valley

Ruins of Alt-Lichtenstein Castle

Bench in the Greuthau Conservation Area

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