--- title: "Von Riesen und Steinen" url: "https://www.mittelweser-tourism.com/tour/von-riesen-und-steinen" description: "The circular tour leads through the scenic area around the villages of Wenden, Linsburg, Stöckse and Sonnenborstel through the \"Krähe\" state forest and past the Giebichenstein, the burial mounds (archaeological nature trail) and Lake Stöckser See. The Giebichenstein is the largest boulder in Lower Saxony (207 tons).According to legend, the giant Hans Lohe wanted to throw a large, heavy stone at the Wölpe church tower in revenge on the people of Wölpe. Dwarf King Giebich knew about the revenge plans and used his mysterious power to steer the flying stone in a different direction. As a result, it landed at the giant's feet in the \"crow\". The stone is still called Giebichenstein today after the benevolent Giebich.The alternative route leads through the Feldmark from Linsburg station to Stöckse.Cycling in the joint municipality of SteimbkeThe joint municipality of Steimbke with its member municipalities of Linsburg, Rodewald, Steimbke and Stöckse lies in the middle of a charming heath, moorland and forest landscape and is ideal for cycling.Our three signposted circular tours (Owl Tour, Pure Nature, Of Giants and Stones) lead through agricultural villages. The area is very varied, with the heathland and moorland between Steimbke and Rodewald on one side and the \"Krähe\" state forest around Stöckse on the other.The local gastronomy invites you to linger in between.Enjoy the peace and quiet and nature on our circular cycle tours and forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life.You can also find the \"Of giants and stones\" tour at Komoot.Safety information:Throughout the entire tour, please note that the cycle paths are used at your own riskNo guarantee is given for the usability of the cycle pathsIn cities, increased attention is generally requiredPlease use existing cycle pathsDangerous spots must be expected on the tour, e.g. bollards, circulation barriers.bollards, barriers and unsecured crossings of main roads - this advice applies in particular to cycling families with small children." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/591175/0a364fa0f14e27ab757d6edd8e7b55983b27ba9933a287b8ed4b9ab05b962fb3/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Mittelweser > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Von Riesen und Steinen ====================== - 33.30 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: easy - Condition: easy - Forest road - Bicycle Large boulder surrounded by dense forest in a clearing, with some wooden supports on the side. The Ahrbeck windmill Old H. Kuhlmann potato steamer with red roof, surrounded by rural vegetation in Stöckse. A half-timbered building with a red tiled roof and a small tower, surrounded by green trees and lawns. - 2:10 h - 33.30 km - 81 m - 81 m - 26 m - 62 m - 36 m - - Start: Main street - Destination: Main street The circular tour leads through a scenic area with a huge boulder. The circular tour leads through the scenic area around the villages of Wenden, Linsburg, Stöckse and Sonnenborstel through the "Krähe" state forest and past the Giebichenstein, the burial mounds (archaeological nature trail) and Lake Stöckser See. The Giebichenstein is the largest boulder in Lower Saxony (207 tons). According to legend, the giant Hans Lohe wanted to throw a large, heavy stone at the Wölpe church tower in revenge on the people of Wölpe. Dwarf King Giebich knew about the revenge plans and used his mysterious power to steer the flying stone in a different direction. As a result, it landed at the giant's feet in the "crow". The stone is still called Giebichenstein today after the benevolent Giebich. The alternative route leads through the Feldmark from Linsburg station to Stöckse. **Cycling in the joint municipality of Steimbke** The joint municipality of Steimbke with its member municipalities of Linsburg, Rodewald, Steimbke and Stöckse lies in the middle of a charming heath, moorland and forest landscape and is ideal for cycling. Our three signposted circular tours (Owl Tour, Pure Nature, Of Giants and Stones) lead through agricultural villages. The area is very varied, with the heathland and moorland between Steimbke and Rodewald on one side and the "Krähe" state forest around Stöckse on the other. The local gastronomy invites you to linger in between.Enjoy the peace and quiet and nature on our circular cycle tours and forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life. You can also find the "Of giants and stones" tour at . **Safety information:** - Throughout the entire tour, please note that the cycle paths are used at your own risk - No guarantee is given for the usability of the cycle paths - In cities, increased attention is generally required - Please use existing cycle paths - Dangerous spots must be expected on the tour, e.g. bollards, circulation barriers - .bollards, barriers and unsecured crossings of main roads - this advice applies in particular to cycling families with small children. Read more Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Main street - Half-timbered house - Public WC - Church - Historical building - Open air theatre - Erratic boulder - Archaeological site Destination Destination Main street 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 **Notes on trail conditions** The selected cycle paths, farm tracks and country lanes are easy to cycle on. However, minor obstructions due to dirt may occur during field cultivation or harvest time. But this is also "country life"! With a standard sports or touring bike, the entire route can also be ridden by inexperienced cyclists without difficulty. The use of all routes is at your own risk. Read more Author Mittelweser-Touristik GmbHLange Straße 18 31582 Nienburg/Weser Organization Mittelweser-Touristik GmbH License (master data) Mittelweser-Touristik GmbH Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Church - Windmill - Industrial monument Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Information terminal/display - Public WC - Individual visit/guided tour - Tours 34.90 km - Bicycle 59.30 km - Bicycle 26.60 km - Bicycle Contact **Samtgemeinde Steimbke** Kirchstr. 4 31634 Steimbke Download GPX file - -