Hessenstein Castle

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Hessenstein Castle is a castle near Ederbringhausen in Vöhl in Landkreis Waldeck-Frankenberg in Hesse, Germany. It is situated on the hill of the Keseberg, 327 m above sea level. It was constructed between 1328 and 1342. It is used a youth hotel and center for educational meetings for protection of environment, run by the Naturschutzbund Hessen and other organisations. ()

Local name: Burg Hessenstein Coordinates: 51°7'8"N, 8°53'6"E

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Hessenstein Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Edersee, Aseler Brücke, Traddelkopf, Talgang.

6.7 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Edersee
171 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Germany's verdant Hesse region, Edersee is a serene lake that offers a picturesque retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. This expansive body of water, created by the damming of the Eder River in 1914, spans over 27 square kilometers...
5.3 miNE
Bridge
Aseler Brücke
137 min walk • Asel is with Asel-Süd a district of the municipality of Vöhl in the North Hessian district of Waldeck-Frankenberg.
4.1 miE
Natural attraction, Mountain
Traddelkopf, Kellerwald-Edersee National Park
105 min walk • Traddelkopf is a mountain of Landkreis Waldeck-Frankenberg, Hesse, Germany.
3.1 miE
Natural attraction, Mountain
Talgang, Kellerwald-Edersee National Park
80 min walk • Talgang is a mountain of Landkreis Waldeck-Frankenberg, Hesse, Germany.
5.6 miN
Locality
Vöhl
143 min walk • One of the main attractions in Vöhl is the Edersee, a stunning reservoir that stretches for miles and provides opportunities for water sports, fishing, and leisurely boat rides. Visitors can also explore the Edersee Dam, a marvel of engineering that offers...
2.7 miSE
Locality
Frankenau
69 min walk • One of the highlights of Frankenau is the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that boasts an abundance of hiking and biking trails, as well as opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.

Hessenstein Castle

Facts and practical information

Hessenstein Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Edersee

Aseler Brücke

Traddelkopf, Kellerwald-Edersee National Park

Talgang, Kellerwald-Edersee National Park

Vöhl

Frankenau