Hülfensberg

#294 among destinations in Germany

Nature, Natural attraction, Hill

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Hülfensberg, located in the heart of Germany, is a place of serene beauty and historical significance. This hill, crowned by the Hülfensberg Monastery, offers a window into the past and a haven of tranquility for the modern visitor. The monastery, a spiritual retreat and landmark, has stood the test of time, with its origins dating back to the 9th century.

The hill itself rises above the surrounding landscape, providing an impressive vantage point from which to survey the region. The Hülfensberg is not just a geographical feature, but a cultural and historical beacon. It has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries, with people traveling from near and far to visit the monastery and to find solace in its peaceful environs.

Today, Hülfensberg continues to draw visitors, not only for its spiritual significance but also for the natural beauty that surrounds it. The hill and its monastery stand as a testament to the endurance of faith and tradition in the region, and they offer a unique experience for those seeking reflection or simply the pleasure of a scenic escape in the heart of Germany.

Alternative names: Elevation: 1470 ftCoordinates: 51°13'8"N, 10°9'27"E

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Hülfensberg – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kletterwald am Leuchtberg, Kreisverwaltung Werra Meißner, City Hall, Market Church.

4 miSW
51°11'19"N • 10°4'45"E
Kletterwald am Leuchtberg, Eschwege
102 min walk • Climbing
5 miSW
Forts and castles
Kreisverwaltung Werra Meißner, Eschwege
127 min walk • Eschwege Castle stands on the northwestern edge of the old town of Eschwege, above the castle mill directly on the Werra River, in the Werra-Meißner district of northern Hesse. The three-winged former landgrave's castle in Renaissance style from...
2.6 miS
City hall
City Hall, Wanfried
66 min walk • The town hall in Wanfried, a rural town in the Werra-Meißner district of northern Hesse, was built in the mid-17th century. The half-timbered house at Marktstraße 18 is a protected architectural monument.
4.8 miSW
Church
Market Church, Eschwege
122 min walk • The Marktkirche St. Dionys, also called Altstädter Kirche, is the parish church of the Protestant Stadtkirchengemeinde Eschwege-Altstadt in Eschwege in the Werra-Meißner district of Hesse.
2.5 miS
Forts and castles
Keudellsches Schloss, Wanfried
64 min walk • Keudell's Castle, also known as Keudel's House, is a former castle in the northern Hessian town of Wanfried in the Werra-Meißner district.
5.5 miN
Forts and castles
Burg Gleichenstein
140 min walk • Gleichenstein Castle, formerly also called Velseck or Felseck, is a hilltop castle on the castle hill between the municipality of Wachstedt and the district of Martinfeld of the municipality of Schimberg in the Eichsfeld district in Thuringia.
4.2 miE
Church
St. Alban
108 min walk • St. Alban is the Roman Catholic parish church of Effelder in the Obereichsfeld region of Thuringia. It is popularly known as the Eichsfeld Cathedral, along with the Basilica of St. Cyriakus in Duderstadt.
4.8 miN
Forts and castles
Schloss Martinfeld
123 min walk • Martinfeld Castle is located in the village of Martinfeld in Eichsfeld. The castle was built in 1611 as a manor house of the noble Thuringian family von Bodungen, which had settled in Martinfeld since 1518.
2.5 miS
51°10'60"N • 10°10'11"E
Wanfrider Handarbeiten, Wanfried
64 min walk • Shopping
2.4 miS
51°11'3"N • 10°9'54"E
´Den Strom erobernd´, Wanfried
62 min walk • Memorial
3.4 miW
Locality
Meinhard
88 min walk • One of the main attractions in Meinhard is the stunning Werratalsee, a picturesque lake surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the tranquil waters or simply relax on the shores and take in the breathtaking views.