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Darmstadt District

Landkreis Offenbach
Mühlheim am Main

Dietesheimer Steinbrüche Recreation Area

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Dietesheimer Steinbrüche Recreation Area

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Dietesheimer Steinbrüche Recreation Area

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  • Location: Mühlheim am Main, Landkreis Offenbach, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany

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    January 12, 2025

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    After the basalt mining ended in 1982, the quarries were transformed into a lake landscape with a total area of more than 61 hectares, of which around 22.5 hectares are deep. Many hikers, walkers, riders and strollers are drawn to this local recreation area.
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    The Dietesheim Quarries recreation area near Mühlheim am Main includes several impressive lakes formed from former basalt quarries. The most famous include:

    Vogelsberg Lake – One of the largest and most famous lakes in the region.

    Oberwaldsee (Green Lake) – Particularly idyllic and surrounded by lush nature.

    Hansteinweiher – A smaller but charming lake in the area.

    Frankfurter See – Another body of water that is part of the lake district.

    Röstersee – A hidden gem in the region.

    Bellerbornsee – Part of the diverse water landscape.

    Schüsselersee – A lesser-known but beautiful lake.
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    Vogelsberg Lake – Dietesheim Quarries loop from Oberwaldsee von Dietesheim

    4.59km

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 170 m

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    Location: Mühlheim am Main, Landkreis Offenbach, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany

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