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Baden-Württemberg

Tübingen District

Landkreis Reutlingen
Hayingen

Gerber Cave

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Gerber Cave

Recommended by 135 hikers out of 142

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Geopark Schwäbische Alb

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    1. Gerber Cave – Guardian of Hohengundelfingen loop from Dürrenstetten

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    January 5, 2017

    Gerber cave
    The Gerberloch or the Gerberhöhle has a very attractive location on the southern, precipitous rocky slope of the Burghalde near Hayingen, according to the description of the Oberamts. It is located about 650 meters above sea level. and 60 m above the bottom of the narrow Fichtel valley, very close to the ring wall. It used to be accessible only by rock climbing, but now it has been made easily accessible by a steeple with railing from the Albverein. The Gerberhöhle is to protect the bats in the winter months i. d. R. from 15.11. closed until 15.04!


    The cave extends almost horizontally into the rocky cane, is 3 - 5 m high, 4 - 7 m wide, about 30 m long and ends in a very low slip, which extends even further into the mountain, but is no longer walkable , From stalactites you can still see clear traces. With the "oxhole underneath, but much smaller, these two caves may have been a welcome shelter for the aborigines and served as living quarters, and the Celts also used them to secure property and shelter for old and sick Persons Likewise, during the Thirty Years' War, when the Swedes lived in our country, the frightened people often took refuge in these caves, and even at the end of the last World War some of their contemporaries slept there in order to be saved from war atrocities.
    Source: naturerlebnis-hayingen.de/cms/ausflugsziele/hoehlen/gerberhoehle/Gerberhoehle_110.html

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      August 16, 2020

      The "descent" and "ascent" to the cave is well secured and the walk is definitely worth it. If you plan to visit the cave, be sure to take a flashlight with you, as the cave is accessible and a light is required.
      For me the caves were very impressive. Definitely make the detour.

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        October 3, 2021

        The Gerber Caves are a natural monument. You can walk a few meters into the main cave until a scramble begins. You should have a flashlight with you.
        The descent or ascent is also not to be underestimated. It is an alpine-inspired path - with handrail and rope insurance. Surefootedness and a head for heights are prerequisites.

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          March 7, 2021

          Great formation, rows in several floors.

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            I personally really liked the Gerber Caves 🤗👍🏻. The ascent initially went through a scree field. The mountain hiking trail was very varied. Shortly before the cave there were a few more stairs to climb. It was steep at times. Good, sturdy footwear is recommended. If you want to explore the cave, don't forget a flashlight. However, the cave is closed in the winter months for the bats to hibernate.

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              November 1, 2023

              Go down a little to the cave, then turn on your headlamp and be amazed. Luckily the cave was still open today, impressive.

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                Location: Hayingen, Landkreis Reutlingen, Tübingen District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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