Birkenheide, Mountain summit in Thuringian Forest, Germany.
The Birkenheide mountain rises to 717.3 meters above sea level and stands as a prominent feature within the Thuringian Forest mountain range.
The mountain has served as a geographical reference point for local communities throughout centuries, marking boundaries in the Thuringian Forest region.
Traditional German folklore includes references to the mountain's birch trees, which influenced the naming of this natural elevation in Thuringia.
Hikers can access multiple marked trails leading to the summit, with the main path starting from the eastern base of the mountain.
The mountain contains specific soil compositions that support rare plant species found only in this section of the Thuringian Forest.
Location: Thuringia
Elevation above the sea: 717.3 m
GPS coordinates: 50.86334,10.35142
Latest update: March 20, 2025 09:01
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