Treppenstein

The stairs stone resin is a maximum of about 511 m above sea level. NN high rock formation between the villages Oker and Schulenberg in the unincorporated area of ​​Harz in Lower Saxony. It lies on the northwestern flank of the mountain Huth ( 604.8 m above sea level. NN ), which drops to the valley of the river Oker. Its rocks are made of granite and have distinct woolsack weathering on.

The stairs stone is a popular hiking destination and included as No. 117 in the system of stamp locations of the Harz hiking pin. Its summit can be reached via hewn into the rock steps and stairs. From here there are views to the west. The trail from the waterfall Romkerhall to the fort passes.

In addition, a portion of the formation, the little stone staircase is used for climbing. The routes here have difficulties to IX. Degree ( UIAA ) on.