Johannisberg, Mountain summit in Hohe Tauern, Austria
Johannisberg is a mountain summit in the Hohe Tauern range in Austria that forms part of the larger Alpine ridge system. The peak rises prominently among surrounding peaks and provides views across the broader mountain landscape.
The mountain served as a navigation landmark for travelers and herders crossing Alpine passages over many centuries. Its recognizable form made it useful for finding the way through the mountain range.
The summit's name reflects a tradition of naming mountain places after religious figures, showing how faith and geography have been connected in Alpine communities. This naming practice reveals how people have understood and related to their mountain surroundings over time.
The best time to visit is during summer months when marked trails are safe and weather is more stable. Start early in the day and keep an eye on changing mountain weather conditions.
From this summit, visitors can spot distant glaciers that show signs of long-term changes in the mountain landscape. The vantage point offers hikers a place to observe how the Alpine region responds to shifting conditions.
GPS coordinates: 47.10928,12.67323
Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:03
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