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Oberelsbach

Rhön-Rundweg 5 Oberelsbach - Rhön

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Germany

Bavaria

Lower Franconia

Landkreis Rhön-Grabfeld

Oberelsbach

Rhön-Rundweg 5 Oberelsbach - Rhön

Moderate

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Rhön-Rundweg 5 Oberelsbach - Rhön

02:01

6.66km

240m

Hiking

Rich in geological sights, the nature trail on the Gangolfsberg offers a special insight into the history of the Rhön region. The highlights of the tour are the basalt prism wall and the legendary Teufelskeller - witnesses to volcanism in the Rhön. The remains of the Gangolf chapel on the…

by Biosphärenreservat Rhön

Last updated: March 19, 2025

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Kernzonen im bayerischen Teil des Biosphärenreservats Rhön

Naturpark Bayerische Rhön

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885 m

Hexagonal basalt stones in the stream

Highlight • Natural Monument

... what a painstaking detail work ... but nice to look at

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1.77 km

Alles, Was Atmet, Lobe Den Herrn sculpture on the Franziskusweg

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Well integrated into the surrounding landscape... you should have seen it before

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3.64 km

Nature trail and rest area at Gangolfsberg

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Lots of information in the form of display boards and readables

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4.02 km

Ruins of the Gangolfskapelle (Milseburg)

Highlight • Historical Site

Als Gangolf im Auftrag des Königs Pippin als Heerführer und Jäger unterwegs ist trinkt er Wasser von einer Quelle, die sich in einem wunderschönen, blühenden Garten befindet. Von diesem romantischen …

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4.29 km

Gangolfsberg Earthworks

Highlight • Historical Site

Early medieval ramparts, probably also in use during the Merovingian period

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4.41 km

Boulder fields on Gangolfsberg

Highlight • Natural Monument

Magnificent views of the basalt blocks, some of which are already overgrown

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4.98 km

Teufelskeller (Devil’s Cellar)

Highlight • Cave

Absolute natural highlight in the middle of the biosphere reserve core zone and the Gangolfsberg nature reserve. To protect nature, mountain biking in the core zone and the nature reserve …

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6.66 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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3.14 km

2.61 km

645 m

231 m

Surfaces

3.10 km

1.79 km

931 m

712 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (750 m)

Lowest point (540 m)

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Wednesday 15 July

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Comments

June 9, 2022,Rund Wanderung Schweinfurter Haus - Thüringer Hütte

Schweinfurt house- nature trail - basalt prism wall- Teufelskeller- Gangolfskapelle (ruin) - stop at Thuringian hut - head sculpture on the Franziskusweg - Basel steles - Schweinfurt house - parking lot

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October 3, 2023,Rhönwanderung auf den Gangolfsberg

Today we went to the Gangolfsberg in the Rhön, the mountain is mainly known for its basalt and prism walls. Above there are still remains (few) of a rampart.
Afterwards we walked to the Thüringer Hütte, unfortunately there was no more seating inside, we had to use the kiosk outside and luckily got one of the few tables on the …

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May 29, 2023,Rhönrundweg Urwald und Basaltprismenwand

Today we hiked with the whole family from the Thüringer Hütte to the basalt prism wall. Of course, the children liked the "adventure paths" on the Gangolfsberg the most 🤠.

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April 19, 2026,Rhön-Rundweg 5 Oberelsbach - Rhön

Mega beautiful hike. Great stop at Thüringer Hütte.

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August 4, 2022,Schweinfurter Haus - Gangolfsberg - Thüringer Haus/Oberelsbach

Start of 4 hiking days in the Rhön with location in Tann/Rhön. Organized by Sabine Holicki (Xing group).
To get started today, a small route, which includes the basalt prism wall as a highlight. Unfortunately it doesn't come out right in my photos 😏. Definitely a great sight. And fascinating what nature produces.
It's also hot in the Rhön today, …

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August 4, 2022,Schweinfurter Haus - Gangolfsberg - Thüringer Haus/Oberelsbach (5-10)

Check out the 1st day in the Rhön on Relive! relive.cc/view/vPv4ekPBVRO

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August 8, 2024,Rhön Rundweg 5 Gangolfsberg

Today a leisurely tour starting at the Schweinfurter Haus to the basalt prism wall. Always beautiful! This time not via the St. Gangolf Chapel but following the nature trail further to the Thüringer Hut and back to the Schweinfurter Haus. 😊

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June 8, 2025,Pfingsttour in der Röhn

Anyone can do it in good weather, so despite the rain we set off for our hiking destination in the Rhön. We packed our raincoats with us, although we would have preferred to have done without them, but in the end we were glad we had them. Despite the rain, it was a lovely tour through beautiful countryside. We wish …

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February 8, 2022

Rich in geological sights, the nature trail on the Gangolfsberg offers a special insight into the history of the Rhön region. The highlights of the tour are the basalt prism wall and the legendary Teufelskeller - witnesses to volcanism in the Rhön. The remains of the Gangolf chapel on the summit of the

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Rhön-Rundweg 5 Oberelsbach - Rhön

Hexagonal basalt stones in the stream

Alles, Was Atmet, Lobe Den Herrn sculpture on the Franziskusweg

Nature trail and rest area at Gangolfsberg

Ruins of the Gangolfskapelle (Milseburg)

Gangolfsberg Earthworks

Boulder fields on Gangolfsberg

Teufelskeller (Devil’s Cellar)

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