Steinenschlossweg

The start of the short circular hike is at the Biebermühle carpool parking lot. From the parking lot, we walk a few steps straight ahead and climb the steep path at the sign saying "Steinenschloss." Over roots, stones, and steps, we reach a prominent rock on which the ruin of Steinenschloss Castle sits. The history of this Salian castle complex dates back to around the year 1000. We walk past the wall on the left and follow the signposts towards Grieswaldhütte and Saufelsen. On the easy-to-walk forest path, we hike under the mighty motorway bridge and continue steadily through dense coniferous forest. Shortly afterwards, a small stream is crossed on a hairpin bend, and through splendid deciduous forest, we proceed to a sharp left curve. At the curve, we follow the main path and the signs to Saufelsen. In the valley, we turn right and reach the Saufelsen with its small waterfall – an ideal spot for a relaxing break! On the natural path, we walk uphill close to the lively babbling brook and cross it via a narrow bridge. The subsequent ascent to Grieswaldhütte takes place over narrow paths through the forest. At the edge of the village of Thaleischweiler-Fröschen, we go a few steps uphill to the hut for a hearty break. Our hike leads down the hill to the village; here we turn left into the forest and immediately afterwards veer half-right downhill on the path. After leaving the forest, a few meters later we head left uphill towards Saufelsen. After a strenuous climb, we reach the familiar path again and hike back on it to the starting point.
For hikers who prefer longer distances, there is the option from Grieswaldhütte to reach Weihermühle via local hiking trail no. 5 (approx. 6 km, gastronomy), where one can connect to the long-distance hiking trail Saar-Rhein-Main (marked with a yellow cross).