Köterberg

Köterberg is the highest point in the Lippe Uplands located along the border of two German states. The summit features a restaurant and a communications tower built in the 1970s.

The mountain gained a surveying tower in the early 1800s that became essential for regional mapping work. Later it served as a relay point in an optical telegraph network connecting distant cities.

The mountain holds meaning for hikers and locals who gather at the restaurant to enjoy views across the borderland. It serves as a gathering point where people from both states meet for outdoor recreation.

Several hiking paths climb to the summit and suit different fitness levels. Bring sturdy footwear and plan time to rest and enjoy the views.

From 1832, light signals were transmitted from here between Berlin and other cities, making it an early long-distance communication system. This method was crucial before electric telegraphy became widespread.

Location: North Rhine-Westphalia

Location: Lower Saxony

Elevation above the sea: 495.8 m

GPS coordinates: 51.85539,9.32396

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:22