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Rock formations and castles in the Dahn Rockland
The Palatinate and Alsace are characterised by a fascinating mixture of medieval history and breathtaking nature. Surrounded by forests and rocky landscapes, these two regions offer an abundance of castles and mystical rock formations that bring stories of knights and legends to life. The most beautiful castles in the Dahn Rockland can be reached quickly and easily from Pfalzblick.
Castles
Neudahn Castle, an imposing ruin from the 13th century, is enthroned on a mountain ridge. Its well-preserved gates, battery towers, and shield wall still make it an impressive sight today.
Distance: 2km
The Altdahn Castle – spectacularly situated on a steep rock – forms the impressive Dahn castle complex together with the neighbouring castles of Grafendahn and Tanstein. It’s one of the largest castle complexes in the Palatinate, united on a single rock formation.
Distance: 3km
This picturesque ruin offers you a fantastic panoramic view of the Palatinate and is particularly popular with hikers. Combine your visit with a short shopping break in Hauenstein – the “Schuhmeile” shopping centre is just a stone’s throw away!
Distance: 15km
The ruins of Wegelnburg Castle – the highest castle in the Palatinate and a popular photo motif on the border with Alsace – offer spectacular views. Situated high up on a rocky ridge, it’s not only steeped in history, but also the starting point of the picturesque “Grenzgängerweg” cross-border trail. The Alsatian castles of Hoheburg and Löwenstein are just a stone’s throw away.
Distance: 13km
Trifels Castle awaits you on the Sonnenberg hill. This magnificent castle was a political centre in the Middle Ages and served as a prison for the English King Richard the Lionheart. Here you can immerse yourself in the history of the Staufer dynasty and imagine what it was like in the days of knights and counts.
Distance: 18km
Rock formations
The unique rock formations of the Dahn Rockland have been shaped by wind and weather over millions of years. Today, they’re considered landmarks of the region – impressive, photogenic, and full of stories.
- Lämmerfelsen – directly visible from the hotel and can be reached on foot in approx. 15 minutes. Especially beautiful from the restaurant or the panoramic terrace.
- Teufelstisch – only 6km away. The most famous rock formation in the Palatinate is said to have once served as the devil’s dining table (“Teufelstisch” in German).
- Jungfernsprung – the 70-metre-high rock in the middle of Dahn tells a dramatic legend and is now a popular vantage point.
- Braut & Bräutigam (bride and groom), Schillerfelsen, and Wachtfelsen – mystical and beautiful formations, just a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
- Climbing paradise – with 52 climbing walls, Dahn is one of the most popular climbing regions in Germany.