Wolfstisch bei Hitzelrode
Wolfstisch bei Hitzelrode, Natural monument in Hitzelrode, Germany
Description
Wolfstisch bei Hitzelrode is a limestone slab resting on a tall pedestal, located at the western edge of Gobert beside a steep cliff face. The formation sits at around 471 meters elevation within the Hessische Schweiz nature reserve.
History
The rock formation was not documented until the 1880s, even though local residents of Hitzelrode and nearby villages had long known about it and kept its name alive for generations. Its origins lie in the geological processes that shaped this region.
Culture
The name Wolfstisch carries local traditions tied to the area for centuries. Visitors can see how the rock formation has served as a landmark that communities kept alive through storytelling and memory.
Practical
The rock formation can be reached on foot and sits within a nature reserve open to visitors. Sturdy footwear is recommended since the terrain is hilly and some paths can be uneven.
Did you know?
Geographer Richard Andree theorized that Wolfstisch might have been a site of ancient ritual activity, possibly functioning as a pagan altar. This theory makes the visit intriguing for those curious about the deep past hidden in the surrounding land.
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