Meuselbacher Kuppe

Meuselbacher Kuppe is a mountain in the Thuringian Slate Mountains that rises to 786 meters and offers expansive views across the surrounding landscape. An observation tower with a restaurant sits at the summit, making it accessible for visitors seeking both natural views and hospitality.

Mining of quartz deposits in the area led to the establishment of a metallurgical plant in Katzhütte. The observation tower was built in 1911 and later expanded to accommodate increasing visitor numbers.

The observation tower with its restaurant has served as a gathering place for over a century, where people from the region and beyond meet to enjoy the view. Today it remains a focal point where visitors and locals pause to share meals and take in the scenery.

The easiest way to reach the summit is via the Oberweißbach Mountain Railway, which provides direct access and reduces walking effort. The restaurant at the tower is open year-round, offering shelter from weather and refreshments for visitors.

A telecommunications tower at the summit provides mobile coverage to the region and blends into the daily infrastructure. This technical installation often goes unnoticed by visitors but significantly contributes to the site's practical function.

Location: Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt

Elevation above the sea: 786.1 m

GPS coordinates: 50.57295,11.10883

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08