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Natural Monument Natural Monument · Thuringian Forest · 721 m open today

Gerberstein mountain

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  • Gerberstein rock massif
    Gerberstein rock massif
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At 728.5 metres, Gerberstein mountain is the highest elevation in the Wartburg district and the first mountain in the Thuringian Forest area to be mentioned in a document. In the year 993, it was mentioned by name as Gervuenestein mountain in Mark Breitungen’s boundary description. It is believed that a fortified castle complex once stood here; however, no traces of it remain.

In 1940, Gerberstein mountain was listed as a natural monument area. From the viewing platform you can enjoy a fantastic view over the Werra Valley and the Rhön region.

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From the B19, turn onto the L2118 at Etterwinden towards Ruhla. After passing through Ruhla continue towards Steinbach. After around 3 km, turn left towards Brotterode.

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Please use the carpark at the Schillerbuche beech tree.

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50.859510, 10.392130
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50°51'34.2"N 10°23'31.7"E
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32U 597978 5635125
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