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description: "The crevices and scree fields on the steep slopes of Ziegenberg and Brunsberg provide an ideal hiding place for numerous animal species. The great crested newt also spends the winter here safely. Its spawning waters are located directly at the foot of the Ziegenberg and Brunsberg in the Taubenborn and in the Grundlosen. Due to its size and impressive crest, it is reminiscent of a miniature version of a dragon. Explore the cliffs and rock formations of the Weser slopes near Höxter and be impressed by the fascinating views of the Weser valley and the neighboring Solling. Enjoy great rest stops at the Rabenklippen and the Brunsberg hut.The extensive mixed beech forests on the slopes of the Weser are also home to numerous rare plant species. In early spring, liverworts, cowslips and daphne delight visitors with their bright blue, yellow or purple flowers and in autumn, the beech forest experiences a true explosion of color: Indian summer on the Weser."
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Erlesene Natur: Dem Wasserdrachen auf der Spur
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- Tip
- 11.32 km long
- Round trip
- Difficulty: medium
- Condition: medium
- Great panorama
- Regional hiking trail

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Rodeneckturm

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Blick vom Rodeneckturm bei Sonnenaufgang

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Feuersalamander

Der Kammolch alias Wasserdrache

Brunsburg

- 4:30 h
- 11.32 km
- 295 m
- 295 m
- 90 m
- 316 m
- 226 m
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- Start: Maygadessen hiking parking lot
- Destination: Maygadessen hiking parking lot

Wonderful views of the Weser valley, mirror-like lakes, narrow forest paths and lovely places to rest - all this awaits you on the approx. 11 km circular trail to the cliff and rock formations of the Weser slopes near Höxter.

The crevices and scree fields on the steep slopes of Ziegenberg and Brunsberg provide an ideal hiding place for numerous animal species. The great crested newt also spends the winter here safely. Its spawning waters are located directly at the foot of the Ziegenberg and Brunsberg in the Taubenborn and in the Grundlosen. Due to its size and impressive crest, it is reminiscent of a miniature version of a dragon. 

Explore the cliffs and rock formations of the Weser slopes near Höxter and be impressed by the fascinating views of the Weser valley and the neighboring Solling. Enjoy great rest stops at the Rabenklippen and the Brunsberg hut.

The extensive mixed beech forests on the slopes of the Weser are also home to numerous rare plant species. In early spring, liverworts, cowslips and daphne delight visitors with their bright blue, yellow or purple flowers and in autumn, the beech forest experiences a true explosion of color: Indian summer on the Weser.

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Wegzeichen Erlesene Natur - Dem Wasser drachen auf der Spur

Wegzeichen Erlesene Natur - Dem Wasser drachen auf der Spur

Wegzeichen der Route "Erlesene Natur", inspiriert von Wasserdrachen, im malerischen Oberösterreich.

Waypoints
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Start

Start

Maygadessen hiking parking lot

- Vantage point/Observation tower

Destination

Destination

Maygadessen hiking parking lot

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Pavements

Asphalt (3%)

Gravel (24%)

Trail (56%)

Path (17%)

Best to visit

suitable

Depends on weather

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Directions

The trail is marked and signposted with the Exquisite Nature logo and the crested newt.

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Route markings

Logo Exquisite Nature

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Tour information

- Labelling
- Loop Road
- Mainly Shady
- Nature Highlight
- Premium Trail "Wanderbares Deutschland"

Directions &amp; Parking facilities

**Getting there**Take the B64/83 towards Höxter-Godelheim. In Godelheim, turn into the street "Am Maybach" at the main intersection. Then cross the railroad line and follow the road to the hiking parking lot.

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**Parking**Hikers' parking lot in Godelheim (Maygadessen), alternatively: parking lot at the Höxter University of Applied Sciences

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**Public transportation**Godelheim train stop (NordWestBahn), footpath along the Maybach with Birkenallee towards the Maygadessen hiking parking lot (5-10 min.).

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Additional information

The Grundlosen between Höxter and Godelheim are part of the "Exquisite Nature" area. There are a total of 18 such adventure areas in the Kulturland district of Höxter. They are all components of the "Natura 2000" protected area system and are therefore part of our European natural heritage!

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Contact person

Kulturland Kreis HöxterCorveyer Allee 7

37671 Höxter

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Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

The lakes of the Grundlose Taubenborn nature reserve are usually completely still and the surrounding slopes of the Weser are reflected in the smooth water: a great photo opportunity!

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Contact

Hinter d. Scheune 2

37671 Höxter - Maygadessen

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