Großer Picho

Großer Picho is a wooded mountain in the Lusatian Highlands that rises to about 500 meters and forms part of the landscape between Bautzen and other towns. A guest house with a viewpoint sits on the slope, accessible through forest trails.

This peak has long served as a navigation landmark in the Lusatian region, particularly important in medieval times when travelers crossed the area. Its position made it a key reference for understanding the local geography.

Local Sorbian speakers call the peak Wulki Pichow, a name that shows the deep roots of Sorbian culture throughout this region. The language remains alive in daily life here, shaping how people talk about their landscape.

A marked trail called Pumphutsteig takes visitors to the peak, offering a moderate climb through the forest with steady footing. The guest house at the top provides a place to rest and refuel after the walk.

On a clear day, the views from the peak stretch across multiple states and into neighboring countries, creating a patchwork of different regions visible at once. This commanding position once made it valuable for cartographers and surveyors mapping the land.

Location: Bautzen District

Elevation above the sea: 498.6 m

Shares border with: Arnsdorf/Warnoćicy

GPS coordinates: 51.10882,14.35535

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:01