Monte Schlacko

Monte Schlacko rises to 373.8 meters, offering panoramic views across the industrial region while featuring diverse plant species adapted to metal-rich soil.

The site emerged from slag deposits produced by the Bremer Hütte industrial complex, which operated from 1873 to 1930 and transported materials via funicular railway.

The summit became a symbol of steel manufacturing, appearing in the municipal coat of arms of Klafeld-Geisweid alongside factory worker imagery in 1952.

Multiple hiking trails connect the summit to nearby districts, requiring moderate physical effort and proper hiking equipment for a safe ascent.

The nutrient-poor, heavy metal-rich soil creates specialized habitats where specific orchid species and insects establish rare ecological communities.

Location: North Rhine-Westphalia

Elevation above the sea: 373.8 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

GPS coordinates: 50.90998,8.02030

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:11