Iberg, Mountain summit in Heiligenstadt, Germany.
Iberg is a mountain summit near Heiligenstadt that rises to 881 meters. From the top, you can see forested slopes and the surrounding landscape of the area.
The mountain was first documented in the 16th century and served as a landmark for surveying and mapping the region. Its location made it a reference point for local boundaries.
The mountain paths connect local communities, providing spaces for traditional German festivals and outdoor recreational activities throughout seasons.
Several marked hiking trails lead to the summit with varying difficulty levels. The climb is manageable for hikers with reasonable fitness and takes roughly two to three hours.
The summit holds geological formations from the Devonian period, with exposed limestone structures from roughly 385 million years ago. These rock layers tell the story of an ancient sea that once covered the region.
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