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Rhineland-Palatinate

Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm

Schönecken Castle Ruins (Jakobsweg Via Coloniensis)

Rhineland-Palatinate

Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm

Schönecken Castle Ruins (Jakobsweg Via Coloniensis)

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Schönecken Castle Ruins (Jakobsweg Via Coloniensis)

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Location: Schönecken, Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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January 2, 2021

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Jakobsweg in Germany, Castle Schönecken.

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Situated on a mountain spur projecting into the Nims Valley, Schönecken Castle had the task of securing the southern border of the territory of the Prüm Prince Abbey and controlling the Bitburg-Prüm road leading through the valley. Its founders were the Counts of Vianden, who were mentioned as Prümer bailiffs (patrons) as early as 1132. The construction of the castle may have been started as early as the 12th century, but the first half of the 13th century is more likely. Source: eifel.info/a-burgruine-schoenecken

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View of Schönecken – Schönecken Castle loop from Schönecken

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Art Wall in Schönecken – View of Schönecken Castle loop from Schönecken

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Schönecken Castle Ruins – View of Schönecken Castle loop from Schönecken

4.76km

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 410 m

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Location: Schönecken, Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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