Harkortberg

Harkortberg is a summit in Alt-Wetter featuring a stone tower that stands at the top. The mountain itself consists of sandstone formed during the Carboniferous period and is covered with deciduous forests.

The mountain was originally called Wetterberg before being renamed in honor of Friedrich Harkort, a 19th-century industrial innovator from the area. The tower was added later as part of efforts to commemorate this influential figure.

The tower on the summit is a familiar landmark that draws locals and visitors seeking expansive views. Its Gothic architecture with pointed arches has become part of how people in the area understand and navigate their surroundings.

Reaching the viewing platform requires climbing interior steps within the tower structure. From the top, visitors can look toward the Sauerland region and the lake below.

The southern and southeastern slopes show remnants of former quarries where coal and local stone were once extracted. These excavations reveal how heavily the land was mined in earlier times.

Location: Alt-Wetter

Elevation above the sea: 232 m

GPS coordinates: 51.39689,7.39544

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03