Hohler Stein

Hohler Stein is a natural cave near Rüthen with two entrances, one accessed via a wooden bridge spanning a small stream. The setting offers visitors a mix of geological interest and forest surroundings.

Archaeological evidence shows humans used the cave starting in the Stone Age. Later settlement during Bronze and Iron Age periods indicates its long importance to prehistoric communities.

The place attracts families who enjoy exploring nature and learning about geology through hands-on experience. Children find it engaging to play while discovering how natural formations develop.

The cave is reachable on foot or by bicycle, with parking available roughly one kilometer away. The pathways are straightforward to follow and accessible to most visitors.

The cave displays visible traces of different historical periods in its walls and floors that observant visitors can spot. These layered marks tell the story of thousands of years of human presence.

Location: Rüthen

GPS coordinates: 51.43619,8.40303

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05