The stone head is a weathered, former volcanic vent. In the summit area and on the east side, the volcanic basalt forms blocks of rubble today. The western slope drops steeply into the Ulstertal. On the southwest side there is a rest area with a table and benches and a reasonable view.

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1. Rhoen-Rundweg 10 at Wustensachsen – discover the Rhoen

11.6km

03:28

320m

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2. Steinkopf Summit – View of Wasserkuppe loop from Wüstensachsen

6.05km

01:50

180m

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3. Cascade Gorge – Red moor loop from Sandberg

22.1km

06:35

640m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Elevation 10 m

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Tuesday 27 January

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68 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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1. Rhoen-Rundweg 10 at Wustensachsen – discover the Rhoen

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