Bilstein

The Bilstein mountain rises 666 meters above sea level, featuring vertical rock formations composed of basanite with olivine nodules and plagioclase minerals.

The geological structure of Bilstein reveals a former magma transport pathway, indicating extensive volcanic activity in the Vogelsberg region millions of years ago.

The mountain holds the legend of Else vom Bilstein, a white woman figure, and local men maintain a tradition of erecting a tilted maypole each spring.

Visitors reach the summit through marked paths on the European long-distance trail E3, with parking areas available near the starting points.

The mountain's basanite rocks contain peridotite xenoliths that traveled directly from Earth's upper mantle, providing rare insights into deep geological processes.

Location: Schotten

Elevation above the sea: 666 m

GPS coordinates: 50.49597,9.20291

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:07