A great hiking option, there is a restaurant on top of the hill, next to the castle. You can climb up on some castle towers, the view onto surrounding area is worth it. There are also car parking places available if you want to reach the castle quick.

Fortress castle. Originally from 1065. Reconstructed as a medieval castle in 1675. Last military use ended 1765, and the Keep (centraal stronghold Tower) was demolished 1924. There is a youth hostel now. It is a big climb, 290m above sea. I unfortunately arrived at night

The castle is small but still it's a good option to visit once.

Tower moved 20 meter from its original position. Bummer.

(Translated by Google) Best castle (Original) Beste Burg

Located on top of a hill, you can both drive and hike to visit the castle. There are two options for hiking, 1. You take the regular road route up or 2. You take a little more challenging route up the mountain that allows only one person to walk up or down at a time. I took the second route and I must warn you, it looked rarely used and was overgrown with plants, Don't take this route if you are with children. The climb up takes you through plenty of honey farms, and you can also buy honey from these local farms. The hike takes about an hour, depending on your fitness levels. Photographers paradise. There is not much to explore at the Starkenberg castle itself but the view is breath taking. There is a Biergarten located with the castle grounds and the general atmosphere is relaxed. Overall, worth a visit. Key themes Family and kids friendly Parking available Toilets available Biergarten Hiking Nature Wildlife Views from the mountain History Photography

(Translated by Google) Nice view of the Rhine valley. We hiked a round through the Odenwald and came back to Heppenheim via the Starkenburg. (Original) Schöne Aussicht auf das Rheintal. Wir sind eine Runde durch den Odenwald gewandert und über die Starkenburg wieder nach Heppenheim gekommen.

lovely castle that is open to the public. great views of the valley below. many hiking trails are connected to it and is a popular stop as there is a nice cafe nestled in the lower ramparts over looking the vineyards and old town Heppenheim below. very family friendly place especially for youth groups as it also functions as a youth hostel. dogs are also welcome on the grounds and cafe.

Really cool castle. Drove all the way up. Parking was available. Was able to go inside and have a drink. Souvenirs available. Free entry.

(Translated by Google) Always a nice destination. No matter what time of year. (Original) Immer wieder ein schönes Ausflugsziel. Egal zu welcher Jahreszeit.

(Translated by Google) After a nice walk uphill with a beautiful view of the city, I lacked the appropriate possibility of refreshments. (Original) Po pěkné procházce do kopce s krásným výhledem na město mi chybělo odpovídající možnost občerstvení.

(Translated by Google) Worth seeing (Original) Sehenswert

(Translated by Google) Just wonderful (Original) Einfach nur herrlich

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately, the opening times are very early. A shame with the view from the towers ... (Original) Leider sind die Öffnungszeiten sehr früh. Bei dem Ausblick von den Türmen sehr schade...

(Translated by Google) It is good. But not perfect. Some 8-bed rooms only have 2 sockets, others 10. The food was not that good but still okay. (Original) Es ist gut. Aber nicht perfekt. Einige 8er Zimmer haben nur 2 Steckdosen andere 10. Das Essen war nicht ganz so gut aber noch in Ordnung.

(Translated by Google) The woods to go for a walk but I didn't like the castle at all because there is nothing to see because of the youth hostel. (Original) Die wälder zum spazieren gehen aber die burg gefiel mir gar nicht,weil es auf grund der jugendherberge nichts zu besichtigen gibt.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place! The road by car up the hill is difficult because it is still paved and it goes 10 km / h but it's worth it! Divine views, even better than in the nearby Frankenstein Castle. Very nicely preserved ruins, some renovated. You can enter the turret. On the terrace there is a restaurant with friendly staff. Unfortunately, the observatory near the observatory is closed during the pandemic ... It is also worth taking a look at the old town - the cathedral is as impressive as the streets themselves. I recommend a lovely afternoon in the area :) (Original) Przepiękne miejsce! Droga samochodem pod górkę trudna bo ciągle kostka brukowa i jedzie się 10 km/h ale warto! Widoki boskie, jeszcze lepsze niż w niedalekim zamku Frankenstein. Bardzo ładnie zachowane ruiny, część odnowiona. Można wejść na wieżyczkę. Na tarasie restauracja z sympatyczną obsługą. W pobliżu obserwatorium niestety w czasie pandemii nieczynne... Warto przy okazji zajrzeć na stare miasto - katedra robi wrażenie jak i same uliczki. Przemiłe popołudnie w okolicy polecam :)

(Translated by Google) Very nice views. Nearby is the Observatory. (Original) Bardzo ładne widoki. Pobliżu jest Obserwarwatorium.

(Translated by Google) Nice hiking trails (Original) Schöne Wanderwege

A beautiful sunset point to watch golden light washing the town with its magic!

Nice place for a historical stroll.

Castle is not spectaculair but the views are. Almost a 1000 years old! The 5 minute routes up the hill are pretty intense, take enough water.

Is the best place to find peace with the nature. Lovely place

Best place for hiking

Very nice, amazing service.

Beautiful overview from the Castle to see Heppenheim Old Town. There 2 Options to walk up a short version(5 Minuten Weg) or a longer but beautiful for pictures taking. I personally would recommend going up the long version and down the short way, we're you might can pick some sour cherries 🍒as there a lot 😉

An easy walk on ancient cobblestone streets to the top. Spectacular views. Nice cafe restaurant. The hostel looks like a great place to take the kids for a night.

Do not know what white plastic windows and ugly metal shiny staircases have to do with old castle. Maybe modern Hessen ugly design. Please do not forget your table tennis set, there are more tables here then in all Kinderplazes in the vicinity together. Nice view.

Nice walk up to the tower. There is also possibility to go by car till the end. They have now youth hostel in the tower. I think they also have star gazing events there for kids. Well maintained, best to from wed- Sunday for more lively atmosphere.

An observation tour in the middle of a forest and next to a nice restaurant Burgschänke Starkenburg.

Interesting place with a beautiful view

It'll require a nice walk then give you a nice view of Heppenheim. And people can enjoy some drink in the Biergarten next to the castle.

Nice place and castle. Located on top of the hill.

(Translated by Google) Very nicely renovated castle. With youth hostel. (Original) Sehr schön renovierte Burg . Mit Jugendherberge.

The castle dates back around 1000 years. It’s a great destination for a hike through the vineyards above Heppenheim. From the turrets there are views over the Odenwald, the Bergstraße and the Rhine Plain.

Historical place with a very nice view of Heppenheim from the top

History

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(Translated by Google) From the Starkenburg you have a great view of the valley. Wonderfully beautiful. Nice to hike. Parking is available further down at the observatory. So be sure to stop by. The castle is really recommended. (Original) Von der Starkenburg hat man einen tollen Blick ins Tal. Herrlich schön. Schön zu wandern. Weiter unten an der Sternwarte Parkmöglichkeiten vorhanden. Also unbedingt vorbeischauen. Die Burg ist wirklich empfehlenswert.

(Translated by Google) Great relaxed walk. Distance not a problem with Corona. (Original) Toller entspannter Spaziergang. Abstand bei Corona kein Problem.

(Translated by Google) Nice destination. Parking spaces available below the Starkenburg. With swings and benches to rest. Great view. (Original) Schönes Ausflugsziel. Parkplätze unterhalb der Starkenburg vorhanden. Mit Schaukeln und Bänken zum Rasten. Tolle Aussicht.

(Translated by Google) Great trip with the family if you want to walk up on the way very steep and exhausting since I was there with my children and dog, I would say kids under 6 years of age would run up it would be too violent if you are only up there fantastic view but you can go with it Drive up the car to just before the castle fantastic excursion can only be recommended (Original) Super Ausflug mit der Familie wer sich zu Fuß auf den Weg nach oben möchte sehr steil und anstrengend da ich mit mein Kindern und hund dort waren würde ich sagen kids unter 6jahre hoch laufen wäre zu heftig wenn man erst oben ist traumhafte Ansicht aber mann kann mit dem auto auch hochfahren bis kurz vor der Burg fantastisch Ausflug nur zu empfehlen

Sehr schöne Aussicht über Heppenheim.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful up there. (Original) Wunderschön dort oben.

(Translated by Google) From Starkenburg Heppenheim you have a great view of the city of Heppenheim. There are also very nice hiking trails. (Original) Von der Starkenburg Heppenheim hat man einen tollen Blick auf die Stadt Heppenheim .Dort sind auch sehr schön Wanderwege.

(Translated by Google) A wonderful place for a trip with a fantastic view of the Rhine valley towards Mannheim, Haardt, Palatinate (Original) Ein wunderschöner Platz für einen Ausflug mit traumhaftem Blick in die Rheinebene Richtung Mannheim, Haardt, Pfalz

(Translated by Google) A wonderful view just worth seeing ...! (Original) Ein wunderschöner Ausblick einfach sehenswert...!

(Translated by Google) Always worth a visit. (Original) Immer einen Ausflug wert.

(Translated by Google) Great location with a beautiful view of Heppenheim and the surrounding area. You can take great photos. Prices in the Burgschänke (beer garden available) are affordable. But we weren't there because it was closed. (Original) Supertolle Lage mit schöner Aussicht auf Heppenheim und Umgebung. Man kann tolle Fotos machen. Preise der Burgschänke (Biergarten vorhanden) sind erschwinglich. Wir waren aber nicht drin, da geschlossen.

(Translated by Google) Great view of the Rhine plain (Original) Toller Blick auf die Rheinebene

(Translated by Google) Had a picnic up there in the middle of winter and enjoyed the great view. Wonderful (Original) Hatten mitten im Winter dort oben Picknick gemacht und die tolle Aussicht genossen. Wunderbar

(Translated by Google) Great view, well-maintained castle, tavern with food and refreshments (Original) Tolle Aussicht, gut ethaltene Burg, Schänke mit Speisen und Erfrischungen

(Translated by Google) Always worth a trip. Very beautiful view. Unfortunately, the large observation tower is closed. (Original) Immer wieder einen Ausflug wert. Sehr schöne Aussicht. Leider ist der große Aussichtsturm gesperrt.

(Translated by Google) Cool location (Original) Coole Lokation

(Translated by Google) A great sight. It is worth looking at. (Original) Eine tolle Sehenswürdigkeit. Es lohnt sich diese anzusehen.

(Translated by Google) Nice old ruin. Without COVID-19 there is also a restaurant here. And a youth hostel in the castle. Observatory is 5 min. on foot. (Original) Schöne alte Ruine. Ohne COVID-19 gibt es hier auch eine Gaststätte. Und eine Jugendgerberge auf der Burg. Sternwarte ist 5 min. zu Fuß.

(Translated by Google) Great view (Original) Toller Ausblick

(Translated by Google) Nice place for walks. (Original) Schön Ort für Spaziergänge.

(Translated by Google) Nice castle and view (Original) Schöne Burg und aussicht

(Translated by Google) Beautiful view! Well preserved castle !! (Original) Schöne Aussicht! Gut erhaltene Burg!!

(Translated by Google) A beautiful place with its own character, which is also worth traveling from Frankfurt! A beautiful view, even if it is a little foggy. (Original) Ein wunderschöner Ort mit ganz eigenem Charakter, der ist auch eine Anreise von Frankfurt aus wert! Ein wunderschöner Blick, auch wenn es etwas neblig ist.

(Translated by Google) Very nice castle. The view from the top is simply magnificent. At the time of the Corona virus, there is almost nothing to do there, but you can still walk (Original) Очень хороший замок. Вид с вершины просто великолепный. На момент Корона вируса там почти ничего делать, но погулять всë ещё можно