Mönchswalder Berg

Mönchswalder Berg is a mountain summit in the Bautzen District that rises to 447 meters elevation and commands broad views across the region. On top sits a mountain lodge with a restaurant, beer garden, and observation tower that visitors can use while taking in views of Bautzen, the Lusatian Highlands, and surrounding mountain ranges.

The mountain acquired its name from a small monastery established on its northern slope during the 15th century, which also led to the founding of the settlement of Mönchswalde. This monastic foundation shaped the location's identity and remains central to its history.

The Pumphut Pavilion built in the 1960s references Martin Pumphut, a legendary sorcerer from Upper Lusatia whose tales remain part of local folklore and memory. This structure has become an identifiable landmark that keeps these regional stories alive for visitors.

Visitors can hike to the summit via the Mönchswalder Straße trail, which provides a straightforward route up the mountain. Once at the top, the mountain lodge and beer garden offer a place to rest and eat after the climb.

On clear days, observers from the peak can spot around 51 different peaks in the distance, including the Jizera Mountains, Giant Mountains, Saxon Switzerland, and the Zittau ranges. This abundance of visible summits makes any visit on good weather days a special experience.

Location: Bautzen District

Elevation above the sea: 447.4 m

GPS coordinates: 51.11345,14.41267

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:41