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Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Landkreis Fulda

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Wasserkuppe aviation memorial – Pferdskopf Summit loop from Wasserkuppe

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Hesse

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Landkreis Fulda

Gersfeld (Rhön)

Wasserkuppe aviation memorial – Pferdskopf Summit loop from Wasserkuppe

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Wasserkuppe aviation memorial – Pferdskopf Summit loop from Wasserkuppe

01:03

8.41km

290m

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Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 22, 2026

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329 m

Climbing Forest Naturpark Hessische Rhön

Highlight • Structure

1.66 km

Wasserkuppe aviation memorial

Highlight • Monument

It was built in 1923 in memory of the fallen pilots of the First World War (1914-1918), on the initiative of an association of former front-line aviation associations. According to estimates by the Fuldaer Zeitung reporter, 100,000 people attended the inauguration on August 30, 1923.

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3.19 km

Pferdskopf Summit

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The Pferdskopf is the southwestern foothill of the Wasserkuppe in the Rhön. It is located near Poppenhausen in the Hessian district of Fulda and is of volcanic origin. Great views in all directions. A little below is the Quellkuppen massif, which you should also go to. The Pferdskopf can be reached from the Guckaisee, among other places, on a short but very steep path.

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4.22 km

Guckaisee

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The Guckaisee lies in the valley between Eube, Pferdskopf and Wasserkuppe. So you can plan it for every hike in the area. The lake is divided in two. On the one hand, the lake invites you to swim with a diving platform and sunbathing area. On the other side is fishing. A beautiful spot between the mountains.

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5.02 km

View of Guckaisee

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the lake you can stop off at least in summer (and also swim) :)

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7.35 km

Wasserkuppe

Highlight • Monument

At 950 meters, the Wasserkuppe is the highest mountain in Hesse and the symbol of the Rhön Mountains. Up here, you can feel the freedom, as the Wasserkuppe is considered the cradle of gliding – pilots have been taking to the skies here for over 100 years.

But it's not just aviators who enjoy it: In summer, you can hike or cycle across vast plateaus with magnificent views, while in winter, ski lifts, cross-country ski trails, and toboggan runs beckon. Around the summit, you'll find the Aviation Memorial, the Gliding Museum, and numerous places to stop for refreshments.

The Wasserkuppe is located in the heart of the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, which, with its open highlands, beech forests, and species-rich meadows, is a paradise for nature lovers. Here, you can explore the unique landscape on premium hiking trails like the Hochrhöner or on nature trails. The nature park also boasts star parks, rare animals like the red kite and the wildcat, and botanical treasures like gentian and orchids.

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7.51 km

Radome on the Wasserkuppe

Highlight • Summit

Instead of a summit cross, there is a summit stone, almost inconspicuous next to the towering radome and significant landmark of the Wasserkuppe.

If the weather is right, the view from up here is simply fantastic.

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8.41 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.64 km

1.60 km

595 m

575 m

Surfaces

4.53 km

2.98 km

662 m

235 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (940 m)

Lowest point (690 m)

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Friday 7 August

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August 9, 2022,🏃🏼‍♀️ Wasserkuppe, Abtsrodaer Kuppe, Pferdskopf

🏃🏼‍♀️ Wasserkuppe | Abtsrodaer Kuppe | Horse's Head (Rhoen)

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Wasserkuppe aviation memorial – Pferdskopf Summit loop from Wasserkuppe

Climbing Forest Naturpark Hessische Rhön

Wasserkuppe aviation memorial

Pferdskopf Summit

Guckaisee

View of Guckaisee

Wasserkuppe

Radome on the Wasserkuppe

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