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Darmstadt District

Rothenberger Cross Stone Monument

Darmstadt District

Rothenberger Cross Stone Monument

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Rothenberger Cross Stone Monument

Recommended by 91 hikers out of 96

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Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald

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Location: Rothenberg, Odenwaldkreis, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany

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1. Cordula's Hütte – Schloss Hirschhorn loop from Rothenberg

16.7km

04:55

450m

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

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2. Rothenberger Cross Stone Monument – Rothenberg Airfield loop from Kortelshütte

12.1km

03:34

350m

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

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3. Homerichsbrunnen – Rothenberger Cross Stone Monument loop from Rothenberg

9.23km

02:39

220m

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

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Michael (Wasi)

November 30, 2024

It is a historical monument.

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Lars

November 30, 2024

The Stone Rothenberg Cross is a historical monument with a fascinating connection to the moon. It was probably built in the 18th century and served as a landmark related to the phases of the moon. Today it is a nice stop on hikes from which you can enjoy a great view of the surrounding area. The historical and astronomical background makes the place particularly interesting for hikers who want to experience not only nature but also a bit of history.

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JakobusPilger

October 16, 2021

“Each of these crosses can tell its own story and what motivated people to erect“ their ”cross at this point. (...) These crossroads were erected as visible signs and attract the eyes of many people. The cross is a symbol of life. It stands as a sign of our Christian hope and wants to direct our gaze to Jesus Christ, who overcame death (...). The cross is part of our life, just as it was part of the life of Jesus. So I hope that many people ... visit the crossroads, whether as places of silence and breathing before God, whether as places of congregation meeting, prayer and praise of God. "
(Text source: Dean Rainald M. Ollig
in: “Crossroads. Small sacred monuments as a sign of popular piety ")

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Elevation 520 m

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Location: Rothenberg, Odenwaldkreis, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany

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Rothenberger Cross Stone Monument

1. Cordula's Hütte – Schloss Hirschhorn loop from Rothenberg

2. Rothenberger Cross Stone Monument – Rothenberg Airfield loop from Kortelshütte

3. Homerichsbrunnen – Rothenberger Cross Stone Monument loop from Rothenberg

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