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Japanese Knotweed Hedge – Forsthaus Ruthardshausen loop from Strickberg

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Hesse

Japanese Knotweed Hedge – Forsthaus Ruthardshausen loop from Strickberg

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Japanese Knotweed Hedge – Forsthaus Ruthardshausen loop from Strickberg

01:42

5.87km

160m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 24, 2026

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2.13 km

Himmelsleiter Observation Tower (closed)

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The "Himmelsleiter" observation tower is 35 meters high. The tower structure (made of aluminum) has four observation platforms of different heights.
From the top platform, you have a fantastic view …

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3.91 km

Japanese Knotweed Hedge

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4.28 km

Forsthaus Ruthardshausen

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The former count's forester's lodge, also called "Jägerhaus", was an inn and a popular excursion destination for decades (Source: Wikipedia).
However, the listed building and its surroundings are currently, after …

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4.42 km

St. Valentin Church Ruins

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Today only ruins of the masonry remain of the listed medieval church of St. Valentin - a Gothic parish church built around 1260.
The church is the last indication of the Ruthardshausen desert. Source: Wikipedia
360cities.net/de/image/laubach-kirchenruine-ruthardshausen

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5.87 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.59 km

228 m

Surfaces

2.38 km

1.80 km

1.64 km

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Highest point (380 m)

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Sunday 5 July

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13°C

20 %

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