Gohlig, Mountain summit in Bannewitz, Saxony, Germany.
Gohlig is a mountain summit in Bannewitz that rises to 345 meters above sea level. From this vantage point, the view stretches across the Elbtal valley and the surrounding Saxon landscape with its forested slopes and distant ridges.
The summit gained importance in 1865 when surveyors built a sandstone triangulation column on its peak. This column was part of a larger Royal Saxon measurement project that continued until the early 1900s.
The Gohlig triangulation column stands as a technical monument, representing the advancement of German geodetic science and cartographic development in Saxony.
The summit can be reached via a trail of roughly 600 meters with a moderate climb over well-traveled terrain. The route is walkable year-round and offers straightforward access for hikers of different abilities.
On clear days, several notable landmarks become visible from the summit, including the Dresden Television Tower and some of the historic Elbe castles in the distance. These distant reference points make the climb worthwhile for photography and getting oriented in the broader landscape.
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