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Germany
Thuringia
Landkreis Eichsfeld
Am Ohmberg

Hützenbach Rest Area – Wooden giant on the Sonnenstein loop from Bischofferode

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Germany
Thuringia
Landkreis Eichsfeld
Am Ohmberg

Hützenbach Rest Area – Wooden giant on the Sonnenstein loop from Bischofferode

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Hützenbach Rest Area – Wooden giant on the Sonnenstein loop from Bischofferode

03:56

14.3km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

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Bus stop

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4.98 km

View of the Brocken

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At this point you have a view of the Harz Mountains when visibility is good.
With a lot of luck you can even see the Brocken.

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2

5.02 km

Various wood cultures stand around the Wendenhütte.

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3

5.04 km

Wenderhütte

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An adventure center for children. It's also a recommended hiking destination with fantastic views. The hut is an inviting place to rest.

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6.11 km

Hützenbach Rest Area

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Wonderful break place

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5

7.65 km

View of the spoil heap

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Construction of the Bischofferode potash mine began in 1909. Despite all the political turmoil, potash salts were mined until December 31, 1993. Until 1971, in addition to above-ground storage on …

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8.02 km

Wooden giant on the Sonnenstein

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Since 2015, a four-meter-tall wooden figure has been enthroned on the 485-meter-high Sonnenstein.

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8.06 km

Sonnenstein Viewpoint

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The Sonnenstein is a 485.6 meter high mountain and a popular destination in Eichsfeld in northern Thuringia. The forest-free summit allows a good view of the western Harz with the …

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8.36 km

Sonnenstein Skywalk Steps

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You're spoilt for choice - short and sweet or a little longer but more comfortable. But you should make sure you wear sturdy shoes on both routes.

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14.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

1.79 km

1.17 km

309 m

Surfaces

7.83 km

3.17 km

1.48 km

1.11 km

582 m

137 m

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

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