Schachen, Mountain summit in Swabian Alb, Germany
Located at an elevation in the Swabian Alps, the Schachen summit presents diverse vegetation patterns and geological formations across its slopes.
The Schachen summit served as a strategic observation point during regional conflicts, with records of military installations dating back to the 18th century.
Local mountaineering clubs regularly organize guided educational walks to the summit, teaching visitors about Alpine flora and regional geology.
The summit can be accessed through multiple marked hiking trails from the nearby parking areas, with average ascent times ranging between 2 to 3 hours.
The summit contains specific plant species that only grow at this altitude in the Swabian Alps, making it a location of botanical interest.
GPS coordinates: 48.35859,9.45862
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:50
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