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Natural Monuments

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Kassel District

Werra-Meißner-Kreis

Schaeferburg Rock Formation

Natural Monuments

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Kassel District

Werra-Meißner-Kreis

Schaeferburg Rock Formation

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Schaeferburg Rock Formation

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Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land

Location: Ringgau, Werra-Meißner-Kreis, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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February 16, 2024

Hiking

The mountains of the Ringgau consist mainly of shell limestone, which was formed from the deposits of a shallow sea more than two hundred million years ago. When hiking on the P15 you can clearly see these deposits at the shepherd's castle that you walk over/around.

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June 9, 2025

Hiking

A stunning rock formation worth a short detour from P15. However, you'll need to be sure-footed when exploring the area, especially if you want to climb up and down the rocks.

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June 30, 2025

Hiking

The Schäferburg (Shepherd's Castle) likely got its name from the steep, towering rock faces, which suggest the presence of a castle. However, no castle ever stood here. Nevertheless, a legend …

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View from the Rabenkuppe – Schaeferburg Rock Formation loop from Netra

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Elevation 460 m

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Location: Ringgau, Werra-Meißner-Kreis, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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