View of Rhumspringe – dolomite rock loop from Rhumspringe

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Rhumspringe

View of Rhumspringe – dolomite rock loop from Rhumspringe

Easy

5.0

(8)

hikers

View of Rhumspringe – dolomite rock loop from Rhumspringe

01:40

5.96km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

NSG Rhumeaue/ Ellerniederung/ Gillersheimer Bachtal

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.23 km

View of Rhumspringe

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Beautiful view

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2.16 km

The fault runs between the dolomite rock of the Rotenberg rising to the north and the Buntsandstein to the south. At this fault line, the source of the Rhume comes to the surface through rising deep water.

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2.42 km

Bench with a view of the Rhume Spring

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The Rhumequelle is a nature reserve and provides drinking water for the surrounding villages. Swimming is prohibited.

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2.46 km

The Mysterious Path of Water Information Board

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2.56 km

Habitats at the Rhume Spring

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Looks like pressed reclaimed material, light, brittle and concrete-colored

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2.70 km

Bald cypress

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In the area of the Rhumequelle, one of Europe's largest karst springs, bald cypresses thrive, which take on a wonderful golden-brown color in autumn. Bald cypresses are ideal for bank zones, which they find at the Rhumequelle.

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