Mackenröder Spitze

Mackenröder Spitze is a mountain summit in the Göttingen Forest that rises to about 427 meters above ground level. The peak offers hiking trails of varying difficulty and features an observation platform where visitors can take in wide views of the surrounding area.

An observation tower once marked the summit but was moved in the 1970s due to military construction in the area. The current observation platform was later built to maintain visitor access to the views from this location.

The summit draws locals and visitors who gather here to hike, rest, and enjoy views across the landscape. People return to this place throughout the year, making it part of the rhythm of outdoor activity in the region.

You can reach the summit by several different routes; some trails from Göttingen offer gentler grades, while paths from Mackenrode and Waake are more steep. Wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for some effort, especially if you choose one of the steeper routes.

On clear days, you can see the Brocken from the observation platform, one of Germany's most famous mountain peaks visible from this location. The Seeburger Lake also falls within view, creating an interesting contrast to the forested hillsides.

Location: Lower Saxony

Elevation above the sea: 427.5 m

GPS coordinates: 51.53698,10.05140

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:41