Schwarzer Mann

Schwarzer Mann is a mountain summit in the Schnee Eifel region of Rhineland-Palatinate, reaching approximately 698 meters and standing as the highest peak in its range. The massif features extensive quartzite formations that define the landscape's geological character.

The French geographer Jean Joseph Tranchot surveyed the mountain during the Napoleonic period and left a boundary stone called Tranchotstein. This marker recorded the region's political boundaries at that time.

The name came from lead ore miners in Bleialf who returned from underground work with blackened faces. This characteristic shaped how locals understood and named their landscape over time.

The area offers hiking trails with various difficulty levels and is accessible from several nearby towns such as Schlausenbach and Buchelt. In winter, the region transforms into a winter sports destination with skiing facilities and related infrastructure.

The spruce forests on the peak harbor a population of rare European wildcats that few visitors ever spot. This hidden wildlife reveals the mountain's ecological importance beyond its recreational appeal.

Location: Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm

Elevation above the sea: 697.8 m

GPS coordinates: 50.25577,6.35995

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:59