Herzerberg – Great Keufelskopf (585 m) loop from Eckersweiler

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Herzerberg – Great Keufelskopf (585 m) loop from Eckersweiler

Moderate

4.9

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Herzerberg – Great Keufelskopf (585 m) loop from Eckersweiler

02:41

9.16km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.53 km

Birds of Prey Information Board in the Forest

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This lovingly designed panel explains the differences between diurnal and nocturnal birds of prey – from hawks to tawny owls. Combined with the small bench, it's a perfect place to take a breather and marvel.

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3.24 km

Cuckoo Information Board at the Forest Edge

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This panel tells the exciting story of the cuckoo: a bird that doesn't build its own nests, but secretly lays its eggs in other birds' nests. Those who stop to watch will not only learn, but also be amazed.

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3.30 km

Wine and Beer Well at Preußensteig

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The wine cabinet is a great idea to make the Preußensteig more attractive

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3.48 km

View of Lichtenberg Castle

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7.28 km

Stone Water Fountain in the Forest

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I drank the water in April 2024.💦💧 It was a hot day 🥵

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7.92 km

Herzerberg

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8.00 km

Fantastic view – Herzerberg hang gliding ramp

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On the 585 meter high "Herzerberg" there is a take-off point for hang-gliders. This place is a very worthwhile vantage point and offers an impressive view of the Kuseler Land, …

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8.91 km

Great Keufelskopf (585 m)

Highlight • Summit

9.16 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.85 km

871 m

313 m

118 m

Surfaces

5.68 km

2.03 km

683 m

590 m

169 m

Elevation

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (340 m)

Weather

Today

Tuesday 13 October

17°C

6°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Comments

April 26, 2024,Preußensteig Runde 3 Herzerberg NP 🚶🦮🌳🌿🏰☀️🌲🌸💮💐

When I wake up in the morning, the sun's rays are already dancing through the branches of the trees in our garden. After all the sleet of the last few days, we want to soak up the sun again today. Despite this, it is still quite cold, and I put on my thick winter coat before Joshi and I set …

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