K2 Kurtscheid

There is plenty to explore on the K2 circular walk! Whether we take a detour to the ruins of Neuerburg Castle in the Middle Ages, bravely climb the steps of the viewing tower on the old water tower, walk barefoot on the barefoot path or enjoy the wonderful distant view while swinging - there is something for everyone here. There is also the lovely Fockenbach valley to enjoy on our hike - after we have circumnavigated the Neuerburg and before we start the ascent back towards the starting point with an idyllic rest stop at the viewing tower (from April to September there is also a kiosk here).

Neuerburg Castle dates back to 1170 and is a kind of prototype of a Staufer castle built by Ludwig II of Thuringia. There are many tales and legends about the Neuerburg and the Fockenbach valley, including a monastery, a glassworks, the devil and a legendary treasure. The platform on the old water tower in Kurtscheid is the highest vantage point in the district of Neuwied. From a total height of around 413 m, the water tower offers an excellent view over large parts of the Middle Rhine region, the Siebengebirge, the Westerwald and also the Hunsrück and the Eifel. The barefoot path is located alongside the kindergarten at the foot of the observation tower.