Diabase Pillar

Diabase Pillar

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Diabase Pillar

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Location: Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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September 23, 2025

Hiking

Diabase is the name given to the basalt-like volcanic rock from ancient times. It is used for road construction and as an aggregate in concrete. Here, it looks impressive, too.

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October 20, 2025

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After walking along the rock path: great wild hiking trail over hill and dale, lots of views, lots of rock

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Rock Path Höllental – Diabase Pillar loop from Lichtenberg

4.73km

01:36

150m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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König David Viewpoint – Rock Path Höllental loop from Parkeisenbahn

19.7km

05:44

440m

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

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#3.

Rock Path Höllental – Diabase Pillar loop from Lichtenberg

29.7km

08:32

610m

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

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Elevation 540 m

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Location: Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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Diabase Pillar

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Rock Path Höllental – Diabase Pillar loop from Lichtenberg

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Rock Path Höllental – Diabase Pillar loop from Lichtenberg

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