Brandenkopf, Mountain summit in Central Black Forest, Germany
Brandenkopf is a mountain summit in the central Black Forest region at 945 meters elevation, situated between the valleys of the Kinzig, Wolf, and Harmersbach rivers. The terrain features varied slopes that shape the landscape around the peak.
The mountain received its current name following a forest fire in 1730 that replaced its earlier designation of Varnlehenskopf. This name change marked a turning point in the region's history.
The stone tower on the summit serves as a gathering place where hikers from the surrounding areas meet and share views of the landscape. Over the decades, this structure has become a central landmark that people recognize and return to.
The area is accessible via multiple hiking trails that connect different starting points such as Wolfach, Hohenlochenhütte, and Oberharmersbach. Reaching the summit is feasible from all routes, though visitors should plan adequate time.
A 32-meter stone observation tower built in 1929 stands at the summit and has become a distinctive landmark over the decades. The tower provides visitors with an elevated viewpoint across the surrounding landscape.
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