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Lichtenstein

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Osterode am Harz

Lichtenstein

The Top 11 Attractions around Lichtenstein

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Lichtenstein. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Lichtenstein is a region where 11

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 12, 2025

Lichtenstein Castle Ruins

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After changing owners, the castle has been abandoned since 1567 and left to decay. Some of the masonry may have been used for buildings in the area.

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Mammoth Stone on the Karst Trail

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Because it is informative and it is very beautiful in the Lichtenstein area at any time of the year ...

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Path between sinkholes in the gypsum karst near Ührde

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In the vicinity of Lichtenstein Castle there are traces of medieval agriculture. Elongated bulges testify to this use, the so-called vaulted fields. These served to supply the castle. After leaving the castle in 1567, reforestation began.

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Lichtenstein Quarry

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The Lichtenstein quarry is used by 2 gypsum companies: "Rigips Saint-Gobain" and "Casea (a company of the Remondis Group)".
The raw gypsum stone mined here is geologically assigned to the …

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Otto Klages Oak

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Opposite the ascent to the castle ruins of Lichtenstein is an oak tree. This was planted in honor of the forest ranger Otto Klages. From 1956 to 1987 he was forest warden for the Dorst Forest Cooperative.

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Mammoth Stone (Mammutstein)

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Here is some information about interesting finds on the mammoth stone

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Fish pond at Lichtenstein

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Small idyllic pond on the edge of the Lichtenstein. Great for taking a little break there.

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Bench 'Am Schafstall' on Dorster Bänke Trail

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TSC Dorste had set up a local stamp project during the pandemic. A nice idea, but it no longer exists - but you can still enjoy a great view from this bench!

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Mammutstein

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Past the Mammutstein, it goes to the Lichtenstein ... in a few years the area will not be recognizable again ... the mining of the gypsum is being driven more …

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Harzer Wandernadel Stamp Station Burgruine Lichtenstein

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Wandering stamp box Station 2 2019
Lichtenstein castle ruins, Osterode from 16. June - 15 August 2019 the wandering stamp box stood here. You can still stamp it digitally in the app today

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View of the Sösetal Valley

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Karst hiking trail to the Lichtenstein castle ruins from here you have a beautiful view of the landscape 😉

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