Plattenhausenriegel, Mountain summit in Bavarian Forest, Germany
Plattenhausenriegel is a mountain summit in the Bavarian Forest National Park in Germany, rising to 1,372 meters (4,500 ft) with rocky outcrops and stands of dead trees at its peak. The top is bare and open, offering wide views over the surrounding ridges.
The summit lies within what became Germany's first national park, established in 1970. In June 1963, two Czechoslovak MiG-15 jets crashed near the mountain, and a memorial called Pilotenmarterl was erected at the site to mark the event.
The summit sits on the border between Germany and the Czech Republic, and old boundary stones marked with the blue-and-white Bavarian diamond pattern run along the ridge. These stones have stood in the landscape for generations and give the path its distinct character.
The hike starts from the Fredenbrücke parking area in Neuschönau and is a long, demanding route that requires sturdy footwear and good physical condition. The trail passes through the national park, where some sections may be subject to seasonal closures.
The border path along the ridge is closed every year from November 16 to July 14 to protect wildlife during the sensitive season. Anyone planning a visit during these months should check which alternative routes remain open before setting out.
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