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Germany

Hesse

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Schwalm-Eder-Kreis

Gudensberg

Basalt Formation at Bensberg – Bocksgeil Viewpoint loop from Metze

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Germany

Hesse

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Schwalm-Eder-Kreis

Gudensberg

Basalt Formation at Bensberg – Bocksgeil Viewpoint loop from Metze

Moderate

4.8

(114)

332

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Basalt Formation at Bensberg – Bocksgeil Viewpoint loop from Metze

03:16

11.7km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 9, 2026

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Rothgrund bei Besse

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Start point

Parking

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1.75 km

Geographic Center of Germany (Besse)

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Here at the basalt stele is the center of Germany's intersection determination

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2.23 km

Rainsborn Viewpoint

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At this parking lot you have a great and wide view down into the valley. I always start my "Animal Christmas" here at Christmas.

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5.28 km

Basalt Formation at Bensberg

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The basalt formation is smaller than expected, but still very beautiful to look at. There is also a hotspot there for all geocaching enthusiasts

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5.32 km

Basalt formation in Regierungsbezirk Kassel

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Beautiful basalt rock formation

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6.23 km

Bocksgeil Viewpoint

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A bit inconspicuous, but after the small, steep climb, you will be rewarded with a wonderful view.

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6.58 km

Viewpoint and Picnic Area at Bilstein

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Further view towards the south

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6.58 km

Bilsteinhütte and Viewpoint Over Besse

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Panoramic view of Besse.

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9.13 km

Adams Ruh Rest Area

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A nice resting place for a break at any time.

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11.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.24 km

3.22 km

189 m

Surfaces

5.84 km

3.98 km

1.69 km

140 m

Elevation

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