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Rhineland-Palatinate
Landkreis Bad Kreuznach
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Rhaunen

Hellkirch Ruins – Schmidtburg Castle Ruins loop from Rhaunen

Easy

5.0

(3)

8

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Hellkirch Ruins – Schmidtburg Castle Ruins loop from Rhaunen

01:36

19.1km

290m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 12.2 km for 314 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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592 m

Lower trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Another great trail on the edge of Rhaunen. Not as exposed as the upper trail.

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2

3.40 km

Great route between Rhaunen and Hausen. An absolute highlight in the surrounding area.

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3

7.07 km

On the Hunsrückhöhenweg or the European long-distance hiking trail, the path leads past a slate tunnel at one of the highest points. After about 15 meters, the tunnel leads into …

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7.64 km

Hellkirch Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

A visit to this legendary little ruin is worthwhile. We even stopped here to rest and enjoy the beautiful view.

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5

8.55 km

The boundary stones mark the historical border at this former "border triangle"

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8.90 km

On the small, reed-gushed pond stands a swing bench on one side of the shore and on the other bank a wooden deckchair - the perfect place to rest and enjoy nature.

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10.5 km

Schmidtburg Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

The Schmidtburg castle ruins are not only an impressive medieval building, but also an official campsite on the Soonwaldsteig trail. As the sun sets in the evening, you can choose …

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12.1 km

Herrenberg Show Mine

Highlight • Historical Site

A special kind of show mine. Slate used to be mined here. Today it is a paradise for fossil hunters, who can discover beautiful surprises in the slate. The tour is also suitable for people in wheelchairs.

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19.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.06 km

5.67 km

2.34 km

2.07 km

Surfaces

8.04 km

3.57 km

2.92 km

2.36 km

2.02 km

229 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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Friday 26 June

36°C

23°C

2 %

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