Ketzerstein
Detailed description
The basalt blocks of the Ketzerstein near Liebenscheid-Weißenberg have a very peculiar property: If you rely on your compass here, you will stray from the right path.
At the Ketzerstein, north is always in the same direction, no matter which way you come from. Witchcraft? No, there is a simple explanation: The high iron content of the rock confuses any compass needle.
We are as happy as children about this strange phenomenon, hopping around the stone witnesses of past volcanic activity with the compass in hand. Had we been observed a few hundred years ago, our strange contortions might have been thought to be pagan rituals. But the Ketzerstein is probably not a pagan altar, as often assumed. Rather, it owes its name to a border crossing, also called “Katze,” to the freedom of Liebenscheid. It is also possible that it gets its name from the nearby deserted village of “Katzenhausen.” But the fact that straying is sometimes human is aptly proven by the trick with the compass needle.
XXL Bench at the Ketzerstein - Take a seat and enjoy the view!
There is now a new favorite spot at the Ketzerstein: the XXL bench invites you to simply take a seat, breathe deeply, and let your gaze wander.
From here, you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the landscape and the Ketzerstein. And the best part: The bench is directly on the hiking trail VR3 and the Rothaarsteig – perfect for a little break during your tour.
So: lace up your hiking boots, start hiking, and definitely take a seat!
Brief description
At Ketzerstein, it is always north, no matter from which direction you come. Witchcraft?
Contact and directions
56479 Liebenscheid