The Graburg is neither a castle nor a castle ruin, but rather a mountain massif of shell limestone, lying on a base of red clay. Natural limestone beech forests, rocks, and landslides characterize the area. Due to its "scenic beauty and uniqueness," as well as its importance as a habitat for rare and endangered animal and plant species, the Graburg was declared a natural monument in 1915 and, starting in May 1965, a nature reserve.

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The Graburg is a large nature reserve with rockfalls. Here, you can experience the forest in its fullest, featuring several ARS NATURA artworks. Some of the cliffs offer wonderful views.

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1. Schäferburg Limestone Cliffs – Kolonnenweg View of Treffurt loop from Graburg

14.0km

04:10

400m

410m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Schäferburg Limestone Cliffs – View from the Rabenkuppe loop from Weißenborn

10.9km

03:08

250m

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3. Schaeferburg Rock Formation – View from the Rabenkuppe loop from Graburg

9.95km

02:38

90m

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Elevation 500 m

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Friday 6 March

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Location: Ringgau, Werra-Meißner-Kreis, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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Graburg

1. Schäferburg Limestone Cliffs – Kolonnenweg View of Treffurt loop from Graburg

2. Schäferburg Limestone Cliffs – View from the Rabenkuppe loop from Weißenborn

3. Schaeferburg Rock Formation – View from the Rabenkuppe loop from Graburg

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