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Teufelskanzel (Devil’s Pulpit) viewpoint on Hohenstein

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Teufelskanzel (Devil’s Pulpit) viewpoint on Hohenstein

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Teufelskanzel (Devil’s Pulpit) viewpoint on Hohenstein

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Location: Hessisch Oldendorf, Hameln-Pyrmont, Lower Saxony, Germany

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1. View from the Hohenstein Cliffs – Süntel Tower and the Forest Inn loop from Hülsede

39.8km

03:13

710m

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2. View from the Hohenstein Cliffs – Süntel Tower and the Forest Inn loop from Bad Münder (Deister)

36.3km

02:56

540m

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3. Dachtelfeld Battlefield – View from the Hohenstein Cliffs loop from Hessisch Oldendorf

37.7km

03:05

600m

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Sebastian Kowalke

March 11, 2022

From up here you can enjoy a pretty view of the Weser and the surrounding area.

The long-distance hiking trail "Weserberglandweg" also leads over the Hohenstein. The "NatuErleben Hohensteinpfad" was set up here with EU funds, on which you can learn a lot about the nature and geology of the mountain ridge with its rocky cliff.

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Schwerte-Radler

May 2, 2025

The Teufelskanzel (Devil's Pulpit) is a striking vantage point in the Weser Mountains near Hessisch Oldendorf, about 16 kilometers northwest of Rinteln. It is located on the Hohenstein, a wooded plateau at an altitude of approximately 340 meters, and offers impressive views over the Weser Valley and the surrounding Weser Uplands.

The Teufelskanzel rock formation is part of the Hohenstein cliffs, which are up to 40 meters high and also include the "Green Altar" and the "Hirschsprung" (Deer Leap). These cliffs drop steeply to the Weser River and are accessible via well-marked hiking trails. The ascent involves some steep steps and requires surefootedness. Once at the top, the view rewards the effort with a magnificent panorama.

The region around the Teufelskanzel is rich in myths and legends. It is said that the devil once preached here, which gave the rock formation its name. Other points of interest are nearby, such as the "Green Altar," which is considered a historically significant site and may have once served as a sacrificial site.

For hikers, there's a circular route that leads from Zersen through the Blutbach Valley up to Hohenstein. The route is approximately eight kilometers long and leads through diverse landscapes with deciduous forests and open rocks. There are several rest stops along the way, including the Baxmannbaude hut, which is a great place to stop for a break.

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Elevation 310 m

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Tuesday 13 January

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Location: Hessisch Oldendorf, Hameln-Pyrmont, Lower Saxony, Germany

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Teufelskanzel (Devil’s Pulpit) viewpoint on Hohenstein

1. View from the Hohenstein Cliffs – Süntel Tower and the Forest Inn loop from Hülsede

2. View from the Hohenstein Cliffs – Süntel Tower and the Forest Inn loop from Bad Münder (Deister)

3. Dachtelfeld Battlefield – View from the Hohenstein Cliffs loop from Hessisch Oldendorf

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