ハルツバイラーの天然記念物・トップ11

The area is enclosed by huge gates. It is private territory

Under the very rock, which forms a rock shelter, lived for a long time the hermit known as "the Falkenfels", from 1895 until his death in 1902. There is no certainty about the origins of Edouard Hinbeer, nicknamed friendly by the population and in the archives the Waldbruder (brother of the forest). A valiant man, he looked after the pigs of the commune of Hellert. The population esteemed him, considered him a holy man and took turns bringing him their midday meals.

Super view

You can ride your bike (gravel bike) up to about 100 meters from the viewpoint. Then park your bike or push/carry it.

The way back to St. Q is separated at the bottom by a large gate and a fence/the river/stream! Private property!

Quite a beautiful viewpoint, and an interesting arcaded rock formation to observe. ⚠️ On the other hand, when I passed there, the ♦️/+ yellow path (from the crossroads after the Ancienne Maison Forestière du Gros Chêne to the Storindal Meadow) was punctuated with chains and ''Private Property ⛔'' signs. '. There are no/no more markers/signs indicating the presence of the rock, and it was difficult to then reach Saint Quirin (sections made inaccessible).

The Rocher du Chalice, located not far from the Plan Incliné in the charming town of Saint-Louis, is a natural spectacle not to be missed. Nestled in the middle of the forest, this fascinating rock is a living witness to the natural erosion that has shaped the territory over the years. Its particular shape invites visitors to give free rein to their imagination, discovering various shapes, animals, faces and engravings sculpted by natural elements. To discover it, a walk is essential. From the Luge du Plan Incliné car park, follow the yellow dot markings for a distance of 1.2 km towards the Rocher du Chalice. The approach is via a path then a steep path, offering a little adventure before even reaching the rock. And the exploration doesn't stop there. You can extend your hike through several unusual underground passages, then via the Vallée des Éclusiers and Hofmuhl, before returning to the starting point, for a total circuit of 11.4 km.

The Falkenfels is now in a year-round protected area. All paths there are forbidden and also dismantled and blocked.