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Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains

Landkreis Harz

Thale

Rosstrappe

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Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains

Landkreis Harz

Thale

Rosstrappe

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Rosstrappe

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    Location: Thale, Landkreis Harz, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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    February 3, 2021

    Hiking

    The Rosstrappe rock near Thale, which protrudes far above, impresses above all with its steep edges and its view. Hundreds of meters of steep flanks fall here and somewhere down …
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    July 23, 2021

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    You Rosstrappe and nature are legendary.
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    July 27, 2017

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    The Rosstrappe is 403m above sea level. N.N. one of the smaller granite rocks on the edge of the Bodetal. However, it is no less spectacular because of its steeply sloping flank and offers a great view of the Hexentanzplatz and the Bodetal.
    The Rosstrappe got its name from the white steed on which the king's daughter Brunhilde fled from the giant Bodo. The horse jumped from the cliff onto the opposite rock, the giant Bodo fell into the river and gave him his name: Bode.
    The imprint of the white horse can still be seen here in the rock.
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    1. Viewpoint over Thale – Ascent to the Rosstrappe loop from Thale Hauptbahnhof

    7.97km

    02:40

    370m

    370m

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

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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