In the 18th century there was a place of execution where the two stone pillars stand today. As the name suggests, there was a gallows here, with the wooden beam on which the rope hung being supported by the two stone pillars. The notches where the wooden beam was embedded can still be seen today.
In addition to its regional historical significance, the Hopfmannsfelder Galgen is also a popular place to linger and you can simply let your gaze wander over the Vogelsberg volcanic landscape.

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A place steeped in history. Be sure to read the information board.

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Historical place.
Should be seen.

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1. Hörgenau Little Chapel – Karl-August-Vieregge-Platz loop from Lautertal (Vogelsberg)

16.5km

04:29

240m

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

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2. Hopfmannsfeld Gallows – Geotop Felsenruhe loop from Hörgenau

11.0km

02:58

140m

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

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3. Hopfmannsfeld Gallows – Totenköppel (Meiches) Viewpoint loop from Meiches

19.3km

05:14

270m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 480 m

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Sunday 25 January

-2°C

-4°C

89 %

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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Hopfmannsfeld Gallows

1. Hörgenau Little Chapel – Karl-August-Vieregge-Platz loop from Lautertal (Vogelsberg)

2. Hopfmannsfeld Gallows – Geotop Felsenruhe loop from Hörgenau

3. Hopfmannsfeld Gallows – Totenköppel (Meiches) Viewpoint loop from Meiches

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