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Germany
Hesse
Regierungsbezirk Kassel
Landkreis Fulda
Gersfeld (Rhön)

Wasserkuppe aviation memorial – Panoramic View from Pferdskopf loop from Wasserkuppe

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Germany
Hesse
Regierungsbezirk Kassel
Landkreis Fulda
Gersfeld (Rhön)

Wasserkuppe aviation memorial – Panoramic View from Pferdskopf loop from Wasserkuppe

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Wasserkuppe aviation memorial – Panoramic View from Pferdskopf loop from Wasserkuppe

01:33

5.46km

130m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

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Naturpark Hessische Rhön

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468 m

View from Wasserkuppe

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A wonderful view of the Rhön landscape.

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1.24 km

Wasserkuppe aviation memorial

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It was built in 1923 in memory of the fallen pilots of the First World War (1914-1918), on the initiative of an association of former front-line aviation associations. According to …

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1.94 km

View of Heidelstein

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In the background the Heidelstein. A hike here can be combined with a trip to the red moor.

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2.36 km

Pferdskopf Summit

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The Pferdskopf is an 875 meter high former volcano in the Rhön. The Pferdskopf is a foothill and side mountain of the 950 meter high Wasserkuppe and offers a very …

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2.73 km

Steps up to Pferdskopf

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The steep ascent to the Pferdskopf is definitely worth it. You have a wonderful view from up there!

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3.50 km

Wasserkuppe

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Certainly one of the highlights of the Rhön. Highest point in Hesse, Fulda spring, glider museum, summer toboggan run and countless hiking tours - something for everyone.

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3.51 km

Panoramic View from Pferdskopf

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The short climb up this striking basalt peak is rewarded with a fantastic 360° panoramic view. 👍

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4.36 km

View of the Rhön Near Abtsroda and Wasserkuppe

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Nice view from the Wasserkuppe over Thuringia

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5.46 km

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3.57 km

1.24 km

474 m

149 m

Surfaces

2.30 km

2.02 km

589 m

488 m

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