Dyleň, Mountain summit in Český les, Czech Republic.
Tillenberg is a mountain summit in the Bohemian Forest that rises to 939 meters and is surrounded by thick woodland on all sides. The peak still carries communication antennas and remnants of former structures that mark its landscape.
During the Austro-Hungarian period, calculations led to a copper plate marking this location as Europe's geographical center. The site later became an important observation point for military operations in the 20th century.
The summit carries its name from the German-speaking communities that once lived in this borderland region. This linguistic heritage reflects the area's complex past and the many people who called these slopes home.
Several well-marked hiking routes lead to the summit from various starting points in the surrounding area. Visitors should be prepared for changing weather conditions and wear sturdy footwear for the forest terrain.
The peak served as a Soviet listening post during the Cold War, used to monitor activities across western regions. This military function continued until the early 1990s when the Soviet system collapsed.
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