A weathered border post remembers when Germany was divided by an inner German border. Today, the border between Hesse and Thuringia runs here, which you can luckily cross without hindrance. There is also a beautiful view.

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December 15, 2020

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The concrete pile is truly a highlight, as it has lost its original meaning since 1989-1991.
"In the east and in the west, where our flag flies ..."

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September 28, 2020

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A queasy feeling arises here, of the time when Germany separated

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2. Historic Lime Kiln on the Gobert – Wolfstisch Viewpoint loop from Hitzelrode

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3. Hörne Viewpoint (523 m) – Hohestein Viewpoint (569 m) loop from Bad Sooden-Allendorf

21.2km

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Location: Volkerode, Landkreis Eichsfeld, Thuringia, Germany

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1. Salzfrau Viewpoint – Historic Lime Kiln on the Gobert loop from Hessische Schweiz bei Meinhard

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3. Hörne Viewpoint (523 m) – Hohestein Viewpoint (569 m) loop from Bad Sooden-Allendorf

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