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Mansfeld-Südharz

Kelbra (Kyffhäuser)

Kyffhäuser Monument – Kyffhausen Lower Castle loop from Goldene Aue

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Harz Mountains

Mansfeld-Südharz

Kelbra (Kyffhäuser)

Kyffhäuser Monument – Kyffhausen Lower Castle loop from Goldene Aue

Moderate

3.6

(5)

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Kyffhäuser Monument – Kyffhausen Lower Castle loop from Goldene Aue

03:00

9.41km

320m

Hiking

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

Last updated: March 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.52 km

Kyffhäuserblick

Viewpoint

4.22 km

Apple Orchard

Highlight • Natural

A good destination, especially at harvest time.

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4.87 km

Großer Hohlweg

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The Great Hollow Way is a historic path that leads up to the Kyffhäuser Monument. This steep route offers an exciting and varied hike through an impressive landscape.

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5.67 km

This vantage point offers a wonderful view of the surrounding landscape and the Kyffhäuser Monument. Especially on warm and sunny days, the Novalisblick is a popular destination for families, hikers and picnic lovers.

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5.78 km

Lower Castle Chapel (Chapel of the Holy Cross), Kyffhausen Castle Ruins

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The chapel in the lower castle of the Kyffhäuser Monument, also known as the “Chapel of the Holy Cross”, was consecrated in 1433 under Gothic influence. It is integrated directly …

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5.84 km

Ascent to the Kyffhäuser Monument

Highlight • Trail

Stamp office Touringen stamp 139

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6.16 km

Kyffhäuser Monument

Highlight • Monument

Built during the period of the "National Monuments", which had its heyday in the 19th century. The Kyffhäuser Monument is one of the largest of its kind in Germany, along with the Walhalla in Regensburg.

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6.48 km

Kyffhausen Lower Castle

Highlight • Castle

My absolute highlight. The Kyffhäuser Monument is impressive, but the Lower Castle is charming and not overcrowded, at least outside of the holidays. Very romantic.

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8.65 km

Orchard Meadows Near Tilleda

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wonderful orchards with a great view of the monument at the foot of the Kyffhäuser.

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9.41 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.92 km

2.18 km

1.27 km

671 m

358 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.78 km

1.33 km

1.32 km

779 m

153 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

Weather

Sunday 7 June

27°C

8°C

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Kyffhäuser Monument – Kyffhausen Lower Castle loop from Goldene Aue

Apple Orchard

Großer Hohlweg

Novalis Viewpoint

Lower Castle Chapel (Chapel of the Holy Cross), Kyffhausen Castle Ruins

Ascent to the Kyffhäuser Monument

Kyffhäuser Monument

Kyffhausen Lower Castle

Orchard Meadows Near Tilleda

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