Hohenstein

Hohenstein is a mountain in Lower Saxony rising about 340 meters, with steep rock faces on its southern side made of limestone and sandstone. These rock formations create an extensive climbing wall that spans several hundred meters across the landscape.

The name comes from old regional dialects meaning 'on the high rock', referring to its prominent location in the landscape. Early settlers used it as a landmark, and it remained an important geographical reference point for centuries.

The summit has been a gathering place for climbers for decades, where people from the region come to practice and share their skills. The rock faces have become deeply rooted in the local climbing community through constant use and tradition.

Many routes are partially closed from fall through spring to protect bats during their winter rest period. Visitors should check which areas are accessible before going and be prepared for changing weather conditions on the exposed rock face.

The mountain holds one of Northern Germany's highest natural climbing training walls, with hundreds of different routes at varying difficulty levels. The routes use the UIAA grading system, which became a standard classification method across many regions.

Location: Lower Saxony

Elevation above the sea: 340.5 m

GPS coordinates: 52.19867,9.31446

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:23