Rock tunnel – View of the Schmidtburg loop from Bundenbach

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Rock tunnel – View of the Schmidtburg loop from Bundenbach

Moderate

4.9

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Rock tunnel – View of the Schmidtburg loop from Bundenbach

02:50

9.69km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: September 30, 2026

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Naturpark Soonwald-Nahe

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3.23 km

Rock tunnel

Highlight • Cave

The path leads through two consecutive rock breakthroughs. But be careful, the headroom is very limited.

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3.39 km

Old Zinc Mine and Abandoned Railway Tracks

Highlight • Historical Site

Another testimony from the past on this dreamlike dream loop, this time an old zinc mine with remains of rails

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3.83 km

View of the Schmidtburg

Highlight • Viewpoint

A very nice and varied tour that has a lot to offer and is also informative. For me one of the most beautiful routes.

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4.15 km

St. Barbara statue in the rock cave

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful Madonna figure in the rock

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5.81 km

Schmidtburg Campsite

Highlight • Rest Area

For a relatively small fee and prior registration with the mayor, you are allowed to camp on the castle grounds. Even a small campfire is permitted.

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5.85 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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6.78 km

Wild Hahnenbach

Highlight • River

For me, this dream loop is one of the most beautiful in the region. Diverse, informative and with many small and large sights, it is very exciting. Definitely worth the trip.

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6.97 km