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Gänsehalsturm Observation Tower – View of Hochstein loop from Burgbrohl

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Gänsehalsturm Observation Tower – View of Hochstein loop from Burgbrohl

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Gänsehalsturm Observation Tower – View of Hochstein loop from Burgbrohl

03:47

42.0km

920m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 13.2 km for 73 m

Waypoints

Start point

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13.2 km

Gänsehalsturm Observation Tower

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NOTE: The observation tower was closed at the end of October 2025. It is unclear when the tower will reopen.

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13.8 km

Gänsehals Shelter with a view of Lake Laach

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Shelter below the Gänsehalsturm with a wonderful view and a picnic area!

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17.8 km

View of Hochstein

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The ascent is very steep, almost alpine conditions

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18.1 km

View of Mayen and the Maifeld from Hochstein

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From here you have a very nice view towards Mayen and the Maifeld

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20.2 km

Hochstein

Nature Reserve

31.8 km

Lava Cliffs at Laacher See

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The rocks form an imposing picture on the edge of the path.

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31.9 km

View of Krufter Waldsee from Teufelskanzel

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The Teufelskanzel is a rocky outcrop south of the Laacher See with a fabulous view to the south over Kruft and the surrounding area. Directly to the south is a …

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36.4 km

Waldhütten Observation Tower Trail

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36.6 km

Lydia Tower — View of Lake Laach

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The Lydiaturm directly north of the Laacher Lake offers the best view across the lake to the Maria Laach Monastery. The steep climb from the lake up to the tower …

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42.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.1 km

4.74 km

3.14 km

1.97 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.7 km

10.4 km

6.14 km

4.33 km

2.57 km

969 m

Elevation

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Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

19°C

12°C

86 %

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Gänsehalsturm Observation Tower – View of Hochstein loop from Burgbrohl

Gänsehalsturm Observation Tower

Gänsehals Shelter with a view of Lake Laach

View of Hochstein

View of Mayen and the Maifeld from Hochstein

Lava Cliffs at Laacher See

View of Krufter Waldsee from Teufelskanzel

Waldhütten Observation Tower Trail

Lydia Tower — View of Lake Laach

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