Petersberg

Petersberg is a forested hill in Rhineland-Palatinate with well-maintained paths leading to its summit. The hilltop offers views of the surrounding countryside and includes facilities where visitors can rest during their walk.

After World War II, Petersberg served as the seat of the Allied High Commission from 1945 to 1952. The building at the summit became an important center for managing the occupied German territory during this period.

The hill has long served as a meeting place where people gathered to share views and experiences. This sense of connection remains noticeable in how visitors use the paths and spend time together on the summit.

The hill is accessible year-round with multiple walking paths suited to different fitness levels. Parking areas near the trailheads make it easy to access and leave your vehicle while you explore.

The area around Petersberg displays plants shaped by elevation and local weather patterns. Visitors can notice how the vegetation changes depending on which side of the hill they walk on.

Location: Rhineland-Palatinate

Elevation above the sea: 245.6 m

Part of: Rhenish-Hessian Hills

GPS coordinates: 49.79450,8.20430

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06