The circular hiking trail, which has been awarded the “Dream Tour” quality trail by the German Hiking Association, leads along a varied route to unforgettable natural experiences.
The approximately 7,3 km long circular hiking trail starts at the “Urfftal” hiking car park at the recreational pond in Bad Zwesten-Oberurff-Schiffelborn. At the beginning, the trail leads up the castle hill on a steep path and through part of the moat circular trail to the Löwenstein ruins with a snack station. The “small circular trail” is 1,2 km long and mainly leads over the “old” moat. Once you reach the Löwenstein castle ruins, the climb up the 26-meter-high former defense tower is rewarded with a fantastic view. The trail then continues along the edge of the forest on the “Panoramablick” section past the “Funkenstein” to Bad Zwesten. Along the way, you can take a break at one of the numerous seating areas and once again enjoy a breathtaking view over the Wälzebachtal and the distinctive low mountain landscape.
The former Löwenstein Castle dates back to the 13th century and has been partially reconstructed.
The hiking trail leads on the “Talblick” section of the path over meadows and fields back towards the Löwenstein castle ruins and on the “forest path” to the parking lot back to the starting point.
