Heidelsburg

#1486 among destinations in Germany

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The Heidelsburg, also called the Bunenstein, is an old fortification in the western Palatine Forest in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate that goes back at least to the days of the Roman Empire. Today only the remains of two gates, together with their steps, the castle walls and a cistern have survived. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 49°16'6"N, 7°41'33"E

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Rhineland-PalatinateGermany

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Heidelsburg – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Teufelstisch, Karlstal, Burg Gräfenstein, Clausensee.

5.6 miSE
Climbing, Outdoor activities
Teufelstisch
142 min walk • Perched in the heart of the Palatinate Forest in Germany, Teufelstisch, or the Devil's Table, presents an awe-inspiring spectacle that seems to defy gravity. This natural rock formation, resembling a gigantic table, has become a beacon for climbers and nature...
6.3 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Protected area
Karlstal
160 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque region of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, lies the enchanting Karlstal Gorge, a protected area renowned for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. This tranquil haven is a testament to the unspoiled splendor of the Palatinate Forest...
3.4 miSE
Forts and castles, Historical place, View point
Burg Gräfenstein
88 min walk • Perched atop the Palatinate Forest in Germany, Burg Gräfenstein stands as a testament to medieval architecture and the enduring allure of historical fortifications. This castle, a cultural emblem of the region, dates back to the 13th century, with its construction...
1.2 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Clausensee
31 min walk • The Clausensee is a reservoir in the Schwarzbach valley in the western Palatine Forest in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate.
6.2 miSW
Science museum, Museum
Dynamikum, Pirmasens
159 min walk • The Dynamikum is a technology museum that opened on the site of the former Rheinberger shoe factory in Pirmasens, Rhineland-Palatinate, on April 29, 2008. The hands-on museum is designed to bring phenomena from nature and technology to life and to...
5.4 miS
Forts and castles
Ruppertstein Castle
137 min walk • Ruppertstein Castle is the ruins of a hill castle located at an elevation of 452 m above sea level near the village of Lemberg in the collective municipality of Pirmasens-Land in the county of Südwestpfalz in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate.
6 miNE
Park
Amseldell, Trippstadt
153 min walk • The Amseldell is a former park-like leisure area about two kilometres west of the German town of Trippstadt in the Palatine Forest in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate.
6.3 miSW
Church
Luther Church, Pirmasens
160 min walk • The Lutherkirche is a Protestant church in Pirmasens.
4.7 miSE
National park
Palatinate Forest
120 min walk • The Palatinate Forest is a paradise for hikers and mountain bikers, with an extensive network of well-marked trails that wind through the forest and up to its peaks. The region's highest mountain, the Kalmit, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape...
5.6 miSW
Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Sportpark Husterhöhe, Pirmasens
144 min walk • Sportpark Husterhöhe is a multi-use stadium in Pirmasens, Germany. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of FK Pirmasens. The stadium is able to hold 10,000 people and opened in 2004. On 5 September 2009, the stadium hosted Germany U-20's 6–1 win over South Africa U-20.

Heidelsburg

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Heidelsburg – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)