Hiking on the border paths is a constant reminder of the recent history of Germany and makes us aware of how happy we can be to have overcome the division.

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Klausi

November 18, 2020

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The former border is now a green ribbon.

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Mirco Dö

July 19, 2021

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I think it's great that a few relics of the past have been preserved here before these chapters of history also disappear into the fog. In addition, the various biotopes of the Green Belt can be clearly seen here

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1. Sorge Border Museum – Sorge Border Museum loop from Hohegeiß

12.5km

03:33

280m

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

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2. Sorge Border Museum – Sorge Border Museum loop from Tanne

12.1km

03:22

230m

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

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3. Sorge Border Museum – Mountain Meadows Hohegeiß loop from Sorge

15.6km

04:27

340m

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

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Elevation 520 m

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Kolonnenweg (Green Belt) – Former Border Patrol Road

1. Sorge Border Museum – Sorge Border Museum loop from Hohegeiß

2. Sorge Border Museum – Sorge Border Museum loop from Tanne

3. Sorge Border Museum – Mountain Meadows Hohegeiß loop from Sorge

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