Hamannbruch Quarry – Totenstein loop from Königshain

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Upper Lusatia

Görlitz

Königshain

Hamannbruch Quarry – Totenstein loop from Königshain

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Hamannbruch Quarry – Totenstein loop from Königshain

01:23

4.85km

110m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.41 km

Granit Mining Museum Königshainer Berge

Highlight • Historical Site

The museum provides exciting insights into the working and living conditions of workers in the quarries of the Königshain Mountains.

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1.53 km

Firstensteinbruch Quarry Lake

Highlight • Lake

Quarry with old equipment

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1.57 km

Viewpoint at Firstensteinbruch Quarry

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Rest area with a beautiful view of the quarry

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1.70 km

Bruch 1 — Granite Quarry

Highlight • Natural Monument

the water in the quarry is about 25 m deep

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2.43 km

Hamannbruch Quarry

Highlight • Structure

The Hamann quarry in the Königshain Mountains is one of the oldest quarries in the region.

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2.72 km

Totenstein

Highlight • Natural Monument

Nice viewpoint in the forest at the quarry. A very exciting rock formation; You get to the top via a very well-fortified staircase; The way to the Teufelsstein is definitely worth it

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2.98 km

Coffee Pot Rock Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

Viewed from below, the top of this granite wall looks like a coffee pot, hence the name is derived. The rock formation can be climbed in several places without climbing …

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3.20 km

Ruins of the Old Smithy

Highlight • Historical Site

this ruin may have been the former smithy. 2 tables and hoods on the walls, where the forge fire was probably underneath, are still recognizable.

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4.85 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.84 km

1.75 km

1.14 km

102 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.99 km

1.76 km

751 m

182 m

178 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 1 November

8°C

3°C

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Comments

March 14, 2025,Granitsteinbrüche in den Königshainer Bergen

Unfortunately the pictures are completely mixed up, but the tour was really beautiful.

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July 2, 2023,Natur- und Steinbruch-Lehrpfad Königshain

We went to the nature and quarry trail in Königshain at the weekend. Koenigshain is about 10 km from Görlitz.

The circular route meanders through the forest and leads along the former quarries. It can be lengthened or shortened at will. Sure-footedness and sturdy shoes are an advantage. It goes partly over loose and stony ground. Depending on the incidence …

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April 18, 2022,Ostermontag morgens in den Königshainer Steinbrüchen unterwegs

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The tour was recorded and imported afterwards. Some of the photos may not match the specified positions. Nevertheless, enjoy viewing and have a nice spring.

regards

Fox Chibi and hiking friend R.

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February 15, 2023,Ehemaliger Granittagebau Königshainer Berge😲 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🐕‍🦺

Today the Königshainer mountains, which have been neglected up to now, have been put under our feet. Wow, that's all I can say, unfortunately the museum doesn't open until April, but a hike in the former mining area is worthwhile.

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