Berchtesgadener Hochthron, Alpine summit in Berchtesgaden, Germany
The Berchtesgadener Hochthron reaches an elevation of 1,972 meters, featuring steep cliffs on its eastern and southern faces within the Untersberg massif.
The mountain summit has served as a crucial navigation point for travelers crossing the Berchtesgaden Alps since medieval trade routes were established in the region.
The German Alpine Club maintains the Stöhrhaus mountain refuge 470 meters west of the peak, preserving traditional mountaineering practices of the Bavarian Alps.
Multiple marked trails lead to the summit from Berchtesgaden town, with the T2-classified hiking path providing the most direct access for mountain enthusiasts.
The mountain houses one of six base stations for testing Galileo navigation satellites, contributing to European space research and global positioning systems.
Location: Bavaria
Elevation above the sea: 1,972 m
Part of: Untersberg
GPS coordinates: 47.69351,12.98662
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:11
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