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Bavaria
Upper Franconia

Totenkopf Rock Formation

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Upper Franconia

Totenkopf Rock Formation

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Totenkopf Rock Formation

Recommended by 76 hikers out of 81

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Fichtelgebirge

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    Location: Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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    1. Hohe Matze Summit – Nageler See loop from Neubau

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    2. Nagel Lake – Hohe Matze Summit loop from Nagel

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    3. Hohe Matze Summit – Kösseinehaus loop from Vordorfermühle

    25.4km

    07:25

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    October 18, 2025

    The "Death's Head" is the actual namesake of the entire forest section. Depending on the location and lighting conditions, the rounded indentations (druid bowls) on the large, flat stone slab resemble the eye sockets of a skull or the imprints of a buttocks, which is why the rock is also known locally as the "Giant's Seat." It lies at an elevation of 740 meters and is a natural monument.

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      March 2, 2024

      Small inconspicuous stone formations...but a little off the path, well suited for a short rest.

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        January 14, 2024

        Group of rocks with this unusual name.

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          September 3, 2024

          The place is also suitable for a rest. A little off the path, but not too far away.

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            October 18, 2025

            The detour is worth it for the hiking stamp

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              August 31, 2024

              Granite whirlpool pots

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                March 24, 2024

                Girgehöle

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                  October 27, 2024

                  Nice stone without a shrine 😂

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                    Location: Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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