The cross doesn't exactly have a simple story - it's about revenge and atonement. But the place is beautiful! It is ideal for a break before continuing your hike.

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Dirk & Carmen

May 20, 2020

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The perfect resting place in a historical ambience for all occasions: when it's hot, you sit there in the shade, when it rains you don't get wet there and there …

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Schepper

April 12, 2024

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Beautiful old rest area at the Schwedenkreuz, under old trees you can find refuge from sun, wind and rain and simply enjoy the peace and seclusion.

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1. Quentel Rest Area – Rest area at Schwedenkreuz loop from Quentel

6.71km

01:58

180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Quentel Rest Area – Rest area at Schwedenkreuz loop from Quentel

5.95km

01:44

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Rest area at Schwedenkreuz – Quentel Rest Area loop from Quentel

8.83km

02:32

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 390 m

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Saturday 7 March

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Location: Hessisch Lichtenau, Werra-Meißner-Kreis, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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Schwedenkreuz (medieval stone cross)

1. Quentel Rest Area – Rest area at Schwedenkreuz loop from Quentel

2. Quentel Rest Area – Rest area at Schwedenkreuz loop from Quentel

3. Rest area at Schwedenkreuz – Quentel Rest Area loop from Quentel

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