Kasteler Felsenpfad dream loop
- start: Parking lot in front of the Klause, 54441 Kastel-Staadt
- destination: Parking lot in front of the Klause, 54441 Kastel-Staadt
- medium
- 8,33 km
- 3 hours 30 minutes
- 386 m
- 361 m
- 183 m
- 100 / 100
- 40 / 100
The rock trail leads through the high plateau of Kastel-Staadt and is characterized by a unique variety of experiences with historical treasures, from the Celts to the Prussians.
The Kasteler Felsenpfad leads through the rocky high plateau of Kastel-Staadt and is characterized by a unique variety of experiences. In addition to the historical treasures, from the Celtic to the Prussian period, the rock trail offers a wealth of scenic attractions.
The magnificent rocky landscape of red sandstone with towering cliffs and a fantastic panoramic view as well as the idyllic Pinschbach valley are impressive. The most beautiful view is from the monumental Altfels, which involves a climb. You will be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the Saar Valley. Other unique rock formations can be found along the route: Römertor, Runder Turm or the Igelfelsen.
General information
Directions
Parking lot Landesdenkmal Klause - direction Ehrenfriedhof - Elisensitz - Ehrenfriedhof - Klausenportal - Roman Theater - Runder Turm - Pilzfels - Altfels - Pinschbachbrücke - Ortsmitte Kastel - Mariengrotte - Römertor - Parkplatz Klause.
From 01.04. - 31.10.2026 the Klause State Monument is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. In July and August until 5 pm. Last admission 30 minutes before closing! Open guided tours are offered from 01.04. - 31.10.2026 on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 am and Thursdays at 2:30 pm. Booking at www.saar-obermosel.de/erlebnisse.
Safety Guidelines
Almost 80% of the route runs along paths or soft forest ground. Sturdy footwear is recommended. The route is not suitable for baby carriages.
Equipment
Almost 80% of the route runs along paths or soft forest ground. Sturdy footwear is recommended.
Tip
Combine a hike on the Kasteler Felsenpfad dream loop with a visit to the Klause State Monument!
From 01.04. - 31.10.2026 the monument is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. In July and August until 5 pm. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time!
Open guided tours are offered from 01.04. - 31.10.2026 on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 am and Thursdays at 2:30 pm (no guided tour from 04.05. - 18.05.2026).
Getting there
From Trier, you can reach Kastel-Staadt via the B 51 towards Saarburg and continue via Trassem (B 407) towards Freudenburg until the Kastel-Staadt exit.
Parking
Free parking lot in front of the Klause (end of König-Johann-Straße, 54441 Kastel-Staadt).
Public transit
Information on current bus timetables to the bus stop "Kastel (TR), Kirchstraße" can be found at: www.vrt-info.de.
Or book the VRT FlexBus:
The VRT FlexBus is a flexible on-demand feeder service and runs without a fixed timetable. Passengers book their journey via app (App Store or Google Play) or by phone (0651 999 878 99), select the desired departure time and the route is planned flexibly. The regular VRT fare applies to the journeys.
More information at www.vrt-info.de/fahrt-planen/flexbus-buchen
Literature
A free flyer about the Klause and the Kastel-Staadt cultural plateau is available from the tourist information offices in Konz and Saarburg.
Maps
The "Saar-Obermosel vacation region" hiking map at a scale of 1:35,000 is available for €8.95 from the tourist information offices in Konz and Saarburg.
Or order the map directly from our online brochure store
Additional Information
Saar-Obermosel-Touristik, Tourist-Information Saarburg, Graf-Siegfried-Str. 32, 54439 Saarburg, Tel. 06581-995980
Saar-Obermosel-Touristik, Tourist-Information Konz, Saarstr. 1, 54329 Konz, Tel. 06501-6018040
E-Mail: info@saar-obermosel.de
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Pavings
- Asphalt Coating (2%)
- Crushed Rock (20%)
- Path (66%)
- Hiking Trail (10%)
- Street (1%)
Weather
This tour is presented by: Saar-Obermosel-Touristik e.V , Author: Saar-Obermosel-Touristik e.V.