--- title: "HO8 - Kreuzstein-Route" url: "https://www.westliches-weserbergland.de/en/tour/ho8-kreuzstein-route" description: "The tour first leads through the sparse forest along the Blutbach stream in the Hohenstein area, one of the most popular destinations in the region. Legend has it that the Blutbach got its name from the fact that it was dyed red by the blood of the warriors during the battle between the Saxons and Franks in 782. The Hohenstein awaits at a height of 330 m with a breathtaking view from the 60 m high cliffs. It was the main shrine of the pagan Saxons. You then reach the Green Altar, also known as the Devil's Pulpit. Cultic acts probably took place here. From here, follow the signs for the Hohenstein circular hiking trail back to the starting point. Keep an eye out for details along the way, such as the cross stone.route: Kreuzsteinquelle hiking parking lot - Blutbach stream - cliffs of Hohenstein - Green Altar - Devil's Pulpit - Kreuzsteinquelle hiking parking lot" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/113605/ebf28eb930e9acfecc1271c71cf23976a2905b5550b957db41e6ac589e52758d/hohenstein-kletterfels.png" breadcrumb: "Root > Westliches Weserbergland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share HO8 - Kreuzstein-Route ====================== - 7.40 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Walking / hiking Hohenstein Kletterfels Markierung Wanderweg HO8 Hessisch Oldendorf - 2:14 h - 7.40 km - 203 m - 203 m - 156 m - 352 m - 196 m - - Start: Hiking parking lot Kreuzsteinquelle - Destination: Hiking parking lot Kreuzsteinquelle This route takes you on a historical discovery tour The tour first leads through the sparse forest along the Blutbach stream in the Hohenstein area, one of the most popular destinations in the region. Legend has it that the Blutbach got its name from the fact that it was dyed red by the blood of the warriors during the battle between the Saxons and Franks in 782. The Hohenstein awaits at a height of 330 m with a breathtaking view from the 60 m high cliffs. It was the main shrine of the pagan Saxons. You then reach the Green Altar, also known as the Devil's Pulpit. Cultic acts probably took place here. From here, follow the signs for the Hohenstein circular hiking trail back to the starting point. Keep an eye out for details along the way, such as the cross stone. **route:** Kreuzsteinquelle hiking parking lot - Blutbach stream - cliffs of Hohenstein - Green Altar - Devil's Pulpit - Kreuzsteinquelle hiking parking lot Read more Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Hiking parking lot Kreuzsteinquelle - Walkers/hikers’ car park - Walkers/hikers’ car park - Walkers/hikers’ car park Destination Destination Hiking parking lot Kreuzsteinquelle Show more Good to know ------------ Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions & Parking facilities **Parking**Wanderparkplatz Kreuzsteinquelle Read more **Public transportation** Read more Contact person Zweckverband Touristikzentrum Westliches WeserberglandMarktplatz 7 31737 Rinteln Author Zweckverband Touristikzentrum Westliches Weserbergland Marktplatz 7 31737 Rinteln Organization Zweckverband Touristikzentrum Westliches Weserbergland License (master data) Zweckverband Touristikzentrum Westliches Weserbergland Map Read more Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Viewpoint - Cave/dripstone cave Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Other visit / guided tour - Wellness - Place of interest - Walkers/hikers’ car park - Viewpoint - Walkers/hikers’ car park - Tours 225.50 km - Walking / hiking 4.14 km - Walking / hiking 7.70 km - Walking / hiking Contact Kneippstraße 31840 Hessisch Oldendorf Download GPX file - -