Achtermannshöhe, Mountain summit in Harz Mountains, Germany
Achtermannshöhe rises 925 meters above sea level and is a mountain with a rounded summit covered by loose boulders. These rocks protrude above the foliage of the surrounding forest.
The base portion of the mountain consists of granite from the Brocken massif, while the peak is made of hornfels, a metamorphic rock formed from Grauwacke over time. These rocks show the different geological processes that shaped the Harz.
The mountain serves as checkpoint number 12 on the Harz hiking stamp network, where hikers collect marks during their mountain trips. Visitors use this system to record their various walking routes.
The mountain is reachable via several hiking routes from Oderbrück and Königskrug, with loop options ranging from about 12 to 15 kilometers. Visitors should be prepared for changeable mountain weather and wear sturdy footwear.
From the summit, there is a direct view of sunrise behind Brocken, the region's main neighboring peak. In recent years, bark beetle damage has noticeably altered the surrounding forests, making distant views more accessible.
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