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Hesse
Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Kassel District

Werra-Meißner-Kreis
Hessisch Lichtenau

Hellkopfsee

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Hellkopfsee

Recommended by 117 hikers out of 123

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land

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    1. Hellkopfsee – Reichenbach ruins loop from Hessisch Lichtenau

    11.0km

    03:01

    180m

    180m

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

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    Intermediate

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

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

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    January 29, 2022

    The Hellkopfsee (also known as a canyon by locals) is a former opencast mining lake. Fantastically beautiful, pure nature, peace...
    You can walk around it right near the shore (be careful, very slippery in wet weather).
    Attention: nature reserve! Parking directly at the lake is not permitted, nor is camping, barbecuing, partying, etc

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      March 27, 2022

      To protect wildlife, only walk directly on the lake during the day

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        August 17, 2022

        Swimming, barbecuing, boating or even camping is forbidden there. It is an FFH area (protected) and a former opencast mine (no entry for security reasons). There is also a fine notice for those who drive up to the lake (transit ban). As seductive as it is, it beckons a fine of €55.00 upwards.

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          Elevation 440 m

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

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