The Wenkeberg is the southern continuation of the Hielöcher and separated from them by a large sinkhole (sinkhole). The mountain is mainly formed from limestones of the main dolomite (Zechstein). The gypsum rocks, where the structure (stratification) can still be partially recognized, are striking here. These plasters can mainly be found on its north side. In the wider area the gypsum of the Werra anhydrite is only slightly exposed.

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Mountain biking

Small, narrow trails lead around the Wenkeberg (at the same time hiking trails, so be careful) from which you have a beautiful view of Frankershausen. There is also a small shelter on the south side of the mountain.

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Best Mountain Biking Routes to Gypsum Rocks at Wenkeberg

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1. Viewpoint Hoher Meißner – Schwalbenthal Viewpoint loop from Bad Sooden

41.9km

03:59

1,140m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2. Germerode Sand Pit – Poppy Fields of Germerode loop from Frankershausen

32.6km

01:52

250m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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3. Vockenrod Village Church – Goldmarie Well, Vockerode loop from Waldkappel

45.1km

02:51

460m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Elevation 320 m

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

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Gypsum Rocks at Wenkeberg

1. Viewpoint Hoher Meißner – Schwalbenthal Viewpoint loop from Bad Sooden

2. Germerode Sand Pit – Poppy Fields of Germerode loop from Frankershausen

3. Vockenrod Village Church – Goldmarie Well, Vockerode loop from Waldkappel

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