Altschlossfelsen, Climbing area and rock formation in Eppenbrunn, Germany

Altschlossfelsen is a red sandstone rock formation near Eppenbrunn in the Palatinate Forest, running for about 0.9 miles (1.5 km) along the eastern slope of the Brechenberg hill. The formation consists of towers and walls that reach up to about 75 feet (23 m) high, offering climbing routes for different levels of experience.

The rocks at Brechenberg were already inhabited in medieval times, as shown by the remains of four former townhouses still visible in the stone. Over the centuries, the site gradually became one of the known climbing areas in the Palatinate Forest.

The five sections of the rock formation each carry their own name, such as Eppenbrunner Turm, Wilhelmturm, Ottoturm, Jeanturm, and Altschlossmassiv. In some spots, traces of medieval structures are still visible in the sandstone, giving the place a sense of layered history that walkers can discover on their own.

The rocks are reachable via the Helmut Kohl hiking trail, which runs through the forest and is well marked. In spring, part of the climbing area may be temporarily closed to protect nesting birds, so it is worth checking before you go.

At the base of the rocks there is a summit book where climbers and hikers can leave notes about their visit. Reading through earlier entries gives a good picture of how conditions on the rocks change across the seasons.

• Location: Eppenbrunn
• Address: 66957 Eppenbrunn, Germany
• Phone: [phone]
• Website: https://altschlossfelsen.de
• GPS coordinates: 49.10422,7.53942
• Latest update: September 17, 2026 02:05