Baeyerhöhe

Baeyerhöhe is a mountain summit in the Meissen district of Saxony reaching about 320 meters in elevation, making it the second-highest peak in the area. The peak stands between the Kleine Triebisch and Triebisch rivers in a landscape dotted with smaller settlements.

During the 1860s, the summit served as Station 12 in the Royal Saxon triangulation network, with a surveying pillar constructed at its peak. This station was part of a major mapping project that aimed to precisely chart the region's geography.

The mountain takes its name from Johann Jacob Baeyer, a German mathematician who pioneered European surveying methods in the 19th century. The name reflects the scientific importance this location held for mapping the land.

The Ostsee-Saaletalsperren long-distance hiking trail crosses this summit with multiple route options for walkers between the villages of Taubenheim and Burkhardswalde. The trails are generally well-maintained and accessible to hikers of varying experience levels.

A directional stone at the summit helps visitors identify visible landmarks across the surrounding Meissen Highland landscape. The Autobahn 4 runs along the mountain's southern base, creating an interesting contrast between the rural terrain and modern infrastructure.

Location: Klipphausen

Elevation above the sea: 320.5 m

GPS coordinates: 51.07429,13.46629

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:01