Nierstein Watchtower – Schwabsburg Keep loop from Nierstein

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Nierstein Watchtower – Schwabsburg Keep loop from Nierstein

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Nierstein Watchtower – Schwabsburg Keep loop from Nierstein

02:18

8.47km

120m

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: August 5, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.61 km

Magnificent view of the Nierstein Rhine Valley.

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You will discover fantastic views with each new hike.

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2.91 km

View of the Rhine Valley from the Schau ins Land viewpoint

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Fabulous view of the Rhine Valley.

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2.95 km

Fockenberg Hut Viewpoint

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Fantastic vantage point - directly on the world-famous Nierstein steep slope "Roter Hang" 👍 roter-hang.de/weinerlebnis/steillage

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3.64 km

Nierstein Watchtower

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The watch tower above the town of Nierstein, located north in the Rote Hang, is the highest vantage point in the vineyards with an excellent panoramic view over Nierstein to …

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3.79 km

Nierstein Baumelbank

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Wonderful view and to relieve the calves 😊

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4.54 km

Ölberg Viewpoint and Roter-Hang-Hütte

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There is also a nice outdoor rest area with a great view

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4.55 km

Bench With a View of Nierstein and the Roter Hang Vineyards

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Lie down and just enjoy the beautiful view 👍

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5.92 km

Schwabsburg Keep

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The 106 steps up to the tower are worthwhile.

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8.47 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.61 km

1.20 km

544 m

113 m

Surfaces

5.76 km

1.69 km

390 m

366 m

263 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Thursday 8 October

12°C

6°C

91 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Comments

March 24, 2025,Rheinblick – Schlossturm Schwabsburg Runde von Nierstein

This spontaneous afternoon hike on the Roter Hang was long overdue. I've driven past it so many times, but today it worked out. There were fantastic views along the Rhine and blooming almond trees, too. I'll definitely come back here. 🙂🍷

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