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Rothestein Cave – Ithwiesen Nature Reserve loop from Ithwiesen

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Landkreis Holzminden

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Rothestein Cave – Ithwiesen Nature Reserve loop from Ithwiesen

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Rothestein Cave – Ithwiesen Nature Reserve loop from Ithwiesen

03:28

12.0km

310m

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: July 1, 2026

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Naturpark Weserbergland

Ithwiesen

Ith

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738 m

Ithwiesen Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

It makes me happy that such seemingly untouched mountain meadows still exist in our part of the world. It's all the more important that they are protected and preserved. In …

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845 m

Ithwiesen (WS Stamp 17)

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Stamp collectors will find their happiness here. 😉

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1.03 km

Panorama Trail to Ith Airfield

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From this path to the glider airfield on the Ith you have a wonderful view of the wide open country and the Hils opposite.

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1.50 km

Once you've climbed through the forest, a completely different landscape opens up on the Ith ridge! The expansive Ith meadows with the airfield offer panoramic views and, of course, something to look at during flight operations. ☺️

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1.81 km

Rothestein Cave (WS Stamp 16)

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The stamp hunters will be satisfied. 😉

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1.95 km

Rothestein Cave

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Not reachable by bicycle, on foot a bit demanding. But the cave is worth it. Bring good flashlights, headlight is a bit too little. Just after the entrance there is …

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5.32 km

Ithwiesen Nature Reserve

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Just beautiful! In the foreground the gentle hills, in the background the imposing panorama.

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10.8 km

Upper Cliff Trail (Lüerdissen Cliffs, Ith)

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The upper cliff path or Lüerdissener cliff path goes beautifully right along the Ith cliffs above. You can always go to / on / under the respective cliffs (where away). …

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12.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.98 km

2.63 km

2.10 km

226 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.90 km

2.49 km

1.25 km

1.06 km

690 m

558 m

Elevation

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Highest point (390 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

Weather

Tuesday 18 August

20°C

14°C

79 %

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Comments

April 16, 2022,Klippentour durch den südlichen Ith (Niedersachsen)

Climbing scouting in southern Ith (Weserbergland). Great day hike along the cliffs on the west side of the ridge. We also took the Rothestein cave with us.

--> A tour through the northern Ith near Bisperode and Marienau can be found here: komoot.de/tour/63163947

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July 13, 2024,Felsen, Klippen und Höhlen Wanderung am Ith

The hike along the Ith offered us an impressive variety of natural experiences, from steep cliffs and mysterious caves to wide, flowering meadows. Each section of the trail had its own charm and contributed to making this day an unforgettable experience. The Ith is an absolute must for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. The varied landscape and impressive natural phenomena …

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Rothestein Cave – Ithwiesen Nature Reserve loop from Ithwiesen

Ithwiesen Nature Reserve

Ithwiesen (WS Stamp 17)

Panorama Trail to Ith Airfield

Ithwiesen Glider Airfield

Rothestein Cave (WS Stamp 16)

Rothestein Cave

Ithwiesen Nature Reserve

Upper Cliff Trail (Lüerdissen Cliffs, Ith)

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