Fuchskaute

Fuchskaute is the highest summit in the Westerwald region of Rhineland-Palatinate, with a distinctive cone-shaped peak. The mountain is made of basalt rock and offers wide views over the surrounding countryside.

The mountain formed millions of years ago through volcanic activity that created its basalt rock. These processes shaped the geology and appearance of the entire region that remains today.

The name comes from German words meaning foxhole, recalling a time when fox dens dotted this mountain. Today, the landscape still carries traces of that natural history in its shape and vegetation.

Multiple marked hiking trails lead to the summit, including connections to the Rothaarsteig-Westerwaldvariante route. A parking area and restaurant are located near the mountain for visitor convenience.

The Ketzerstein basalt formation near the summit creates magnetic disturbances that make compass needles unreliable. This natural phenomenon makes traditional navigation methods unpredictable at this location.

Location: Rhineland-Palatinate

Elevation above the sea: 657.3 m

GPS coordinates: 50.66115,8.10146

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43