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Landkreis Eichsfeld
Sonnenstein

Erzloch Sinkhole and Viewpoint – Hützenbach Rest Area loop from Sonnenstein

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Landkreis Eichsfeld
Sonnenstein

Erzloch Sinkhole and Viewpoint – Hützenbach Rest Area loop from Sonnenstein

Hard

5.0

(8)

18

hikers

Erzloch Sinkhole and Viewpoint – Hützenbach Rest Area loop from Sonnenstein

05:56

20.2km

500m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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10.8 km

Erzloch Sinkhole and Viewpoint

Highlight • Natural Monument

Great view over the country.

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11.1 km

Special viewpoint

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No railing. So very careful.

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14.5 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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14.8 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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16.4 km

Hützenbach Rest Area

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Wonderful break place

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17.5 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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17.5 km

Various wood cultures stand around the Wendenhütte.

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8

17.5 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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20.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

3.04 km

2.03 km

785 m

524 m

Surfaces

6.90 km

5.67 km

3.05 km

3.02 km

774 m

587 m

245 m

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Highest point (520 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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Monday 25 May

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