Raue Steine

Four prominent Buntsandstein rock formations rise from the landscape in the Habichtswald Nature Park, forming distinct geological structures at 366 meters above sea level.

Medieval stone extraction activities at Rauenstein provided building materials for local construction projects, leaving visible marks on the rock surface.

The discovery of ancient petroglyphs depicting wolves and wild boars on the rocks indicates the early human presence in this northern Hesse region.

Visitors can access the rocks from a designated parking area near the former Monschein restaurant on Federal Road 251, with multiple hiking trails surrounding the site.

The sandstone formations, approximately 243 million years old, display characteristic honeycomb weathering patterns on their surface.

Location: Landkreis Kassel

GPS coordinates: 51.28960,9.16670

Latest update: March 25, 2025 07:21