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| Schauenburg | ||
| federal state | Hesse | |
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| Residents | 10.300 (2019) | |
| height | 330 m | |
| Tourist info | 49(0) 5601 9325114 www.gemeinde-schauenburg.de | |
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Schauenburg is a smaller community that lives in Habichtswald Nature Park to be found southwest of Kassel. The castle hill of the former ruins of the Schauenburg is interesting for tourists because of its beautiful view.
background
The community of Schauenburg consists of the districts of Breitenbach, Elgershausen, Elmshagen, Hoof and Martinhagen. The ruin of the castle "Schauenburg" gave its name to the new community, which emerged in 1972 from the previously independent villages.
getting there
By plane
- The nearest airport is that Paderborn Lippstadt Airport, which is about 65 km to the west (easily accessible via the A 44 motorway), as well as the Kassel-Calden Airport.
By train
The next long-distance train station is Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe, which can be found about 8 to 15 km northeast of Schauenburg, depending on the district.
By bus
From the long-distance train station, bus line 52 goes in the direction of Naumburg to Schaumburg. It opens up the districts of Elgershausen, Hoof, Breitenbach and Martinhagen (travel time about 20 to 30 minutes depending on the place).
In the street
- Schauenburg can be reached supraregionally via the nearby A44 motorway. Depending on the direction of travel, leave the A 44 at the "Zierenberg" or "Kassel-Bad Wilhelmshöhe" exits
- Schauenburg is located on the German fairy tale route.
mobility
Map of Schauenburg
- Hessencourrier - The voluntarily operated railway runs monthly in the summer half-year between Kassel-Wilhemshöhe Süd and Naumburg
Tourist Attractions
Schauenburg ruins
The castle ruins with only a few remaining wall remains are located on a 500 m high mountain cone in the area of the "Hoofer Pforte" above Schauenburg-Hoof. Climbing the mountain is less worthwhile because of the castle ruins itself, but rather because of the beautiful view.
View from the Schauenburg in north-west direction. Front right in the picture: Since summer 2011 there have been 4 "landscape thrones" made of wood, which were built as part of the "Habichtswaldsteig" project. Everyone has to decide for themselves about the practical use of the thrones and, above all, their seating comfort (maybe nice for the family photo as a backdrop).
- Directions: Access is via the B 520. In the area of the saddle, turn off the road in the direction of Hoof. Then immediately left again over the railway line to the parking lot 1 . Attention: Do not park in the guest parking lot of the restaurant (prohibition sign), but at the back of the farm road on the hard shoulder. The castle hill can also be reached by public transport. The next bus stop to access the footpath is the "Schauenburg-Hoof Bahnhof" stop (name in the timetable information of the NVV. Bus lines 52 (Kassel Fernbahnhof Wilhelmshöhe - Naumburg) and 58 (Baunatal - Schaunburg-Elmshagen) stop here
- Ascent to the castle ruins: From the farm road opposite the inn you climb through meadows and some forest on the signposted Habichtswaldsteig to the mountain top. Sometimes there are stairs in the way (about 500 m distance with about 80 to 100 meters of altitude). By the way, you will find a couple of benches on the way to take a breather. Incidentally, the hiking board does not show all the paths. It is best to look at Openstreetmap beforehand or print it out. Here the castle hill is precisely recorded with probably all paths.
- View: The view extends to the east Baunatal until Hohen Meissner. But the westerly view over Breitenbach is even more beautiful Weidelsburg. On a clear day you can even go up to the Upland with your friends Ettelsberg look above Willingen. On the top of the mountain there is a wooden distance board that explains the goals depending on the direction in which you are looking. Benches with tables land for breaks and picnics. Since summer 2011 there have also been 4 "landscape thrones" made of wood up here, which are part of the project "Habichtswaldsteig"were erected.
- Circular walks: There is also a walking board at the parking lot mentioned above. There are two circular hiking trails marked in yellow: No. 1. as a small 2 km long walk around the Burgberg and No. 2. as a small 5 km long hike. The circular route no. 2 also includes the Großer Schönberg. From the 483 m high hilltop at 1 you also have a beautiful view of the landscape. Note as of 23-09-2014: According to HNA.DE, the NSG was cordoned off as pasture and the extra tour 3 of the Habichtswaldsteig was moved. This means that circular hiking trail 2 has also been relocated here, which was identical in the course of the extra tour 3 here at the summit area of Großer Schönberg. the bank near the summit stone of the great Schönberg was allegedly moved "further up" according to the press release. The exact new location of the bank is unknown. It is not known whether such a fantastic panoramic view with 270 degrees is still possible from here.
- 2 Schauenburger fairytale guard, Lange Strasse 2, 34270 Schauenburg-Breitenbach. Tel.: 49(0)5601 925678. A small art collection that is reminiscent of the “Märchenbeiträger” (story tellers) of the Brothers Grimm. The collection is housed in the old fire station in Breitenbach, hence the name "Märchenwache". Events (e.g. readings, special exhibitions) are also offered.Open: Sun from 3pm - 6pm; Group tours also by arrangement.
- 3 Martinstein. The rugged basalt cliff can be found in the center of Martinhagen (on the small lane "Am Martinstein" by the church). Those with a head for heights can climb 3/4 of the stone without any problems. From up here at "3/4 height" you have a very nice view to the southeast. Caution: As a non-climber, do not climb all the way to the top, there is a risk of falling!
activities
hike - e.g. B. the extra tour H 4 "On the throne of the landscape" of the Habichtswaldsteig
shop
- 1 Roland and Gudrun Kotaska, Wilhelmshöher Str. 18. Tel.: 49(0)5601 925060. Dolls.
kitchen
- 1 Gasthaus & Event Barn Kraft, Hauptstrasse 38. Tel.: 49(0)5601 93180, Fax: 49(0)5601 931822, Email: [email protected]. Open: Closed on Tuesdays.
- 2 Landgasthaus Unteres Firnsbachtal, Firnsbachtal 16. Tel.: 49(0)5601 920550, Fax: 49(0)5601 920484, Email: [email protected]. Open: closed on Mondays.
nightlife
accommodation
health
Practical advice
- Tourist information: Rolf Jungermann, City Hall in Hoof, Korbacher Straße 300, 34270 Schauenburg, phone: 05601 / 9325-114
trips
- Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, Karlsaue and museum landscape in kassel
- Walks and hikes in the Habichtswald (e.g. on the High grass and the Hirzstein above Elgershausen.
literature
Web links
- http://www.gemeinde-schauenburg.de - Official website of Schauenburg
