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Dimbacher Buntsandstein Höhenweg - now with an even more attractive route from the Immersberg This circular hiking trail is a feast for the senses, and not just for rock connoisseurs. Even the less knowledgeable will get their money's worth: Colorful, bizarre rock formations line the approximately ten kilometer long hiking route, most of which leads over the plateaus around the village of Dimbach. The Höhenweg reveals itself like a composition of several acts, regardless of which direction you start from. Once at the height, the path winds for kilometers around huge rock massifs. Those who do not suffer from fear of heights have ample opportunity to climb some rocks over narrow paths and enjoy unique views from there. It is highly recommended to inspect the closer surroundings of the viewpoints, because narrow paths branching off often lead to nearby secluded spots with hidden views. After a few athletic meters you reach the first vantage point on the high trail: the Falkenstein rock massif. After a detour to the Kaftenstein - with a view of the village of Dimbach - the route continues on a high level, past impressive rock formations. A pretty Marien memorial invites you to a prayer on the march to Dimberg. After a short climbing tour, a sublime view of the valley below is presented from the summit of Dimberg. In warm, sunny weather you are not alone up here: lizards scurry around and sunbathe on the rocks. Back on the hiking trail, the next destination is on: the Rötzenberg with the mighty Rötzenfelsen. On the way you will pass the Isselmannsteins, among other things. A good physical condition is required for the ascent to the Rötzenberg. But the effort is worth it: On the rock plateau, which is closed to hikers and climbers from April to the end of June to protect the peregrine falcons, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Palatinate mountains. Here you can comfortably take a break and strengthen yourself for the march to the Kieungerfelsen. If you direct your gaze to the rock formations along the way, you will notice the changes in the colors and structures of the sandstone. Luminous red tones and differently colored layers of rock shape the picture on this light-flooded section of the route. When you arrive on the Kieungerfelsen, you think you are somewhere in the south of Europe: Conifers give off their sweet scent, soft ground and flat plateaus invite you to take a break. Up here you leave everyday life behind, enjoy the peace and quiet and listen to the sounds of nature. From the Kieungerfelsen, the path meanders towards Häuselstein past huge, moss-covered stones and rocks, some of which you can scramble around on. In between is the Horn summit, the ascent of which again requires a good level of fitness. If you have left the Immersberg behind you, a seating group on the Häuselstein invites you to take a leisurely rest with a view of the valley. From here a winding path descends that leads to a quiet, secluded spot. Now it's back downhill towards Dimbach. With the Keeshäwel, the last rock attraction, the adventurous and impressive tour on the Buntsandstein-Höhenweg ends. Now it is only about two kilometers to the parking lot in front of Dimbach, the starting point of the three-hour hike. If you don't want to hike the Höhenweg entirely, but don't want to miss out on the impressive highlights, you can switch to the hiking trail with the blue cross at the Gossersweiler Refuge - between Rötzenberg and Kieungerfelsen - to get back to Dimbach over a short distance
Text: Daniela Trauthwein