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Hellkirch Ruins – Schmidtburg Castle Ruins loop from Hellertshausen

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Hellkirch Ruins – Schmidtburg Castle Ruins loop from Hellertshausen

Moderate

5.0

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Hellkirch Ruins – Schmidtburg Castle Ruins loop from Hellertshausen

03:27

40.1km

600m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 17.1 km for 4 m

After 23.4 km for 12 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.3 km

Old grain mill

Highlight • Structure

A beautiful old Bach stone house. Once again, Fsmilie Stumm has left its mark. See info board.

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15.6 km

Trail Between Rhaunen and Hausen

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

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19.1 km

Blickersau stream crossing

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The creek crossing with the stepping stones and the rope is a real adventure with the bike.

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20.5 km

Alternative ascent to Hellkirch

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This way to Hellkirch is not quite as bad as the ascent from the front. Towards the end it is also very steep and partially blocked.

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22.3 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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24.0 km

Swing Bench by the Pond in Hahnenbachtal

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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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26.2 km

Schmidtburg Castle Ruins

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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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27.7 km

Bridge to Reinhartsmühle

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To cross so you don't get your feet wet

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40.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.6 km

5.70 km

3.21 km

1.52 km

Surfaces

14.4 km

11.4 km

7.48 km

4.56 km

2.18 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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Old grain mill

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Blickersau stream crossing

Alternative ascent to Hellkirch

Hellkirch Ruins

Swing Bench by the Pond in Hahnenbachtal

Schmidtburg Castle Ruins

Bridge to Reinhartsmühle

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