Hohe Loog

Hohe Loog is a summit in the Haardt range at approximately 619 meters elevation, with slopes covered by dense woodland and sandstone rock outcrops. The landscape features typical characteristics of the Palatine Forest with varying vegetation zones at different heights.

The name 'Loog' comes from an old term for boundary marker, indicating that this mountain once served to mark territorial borders in the region. Local history reflects how people used the area and the landscape to organize their presence in the territory.

The Hohe Loog House near the summit serves as a gathering place where hikers and nature lovers from the area come together. It functions as a natural meeting point for people exploring the Palatine Forest.

The hike to the summit starts from several trailheads, with the Hahnenschritt saddle parking area being one of the most convenient starting points. The route is well-marked and suitable for hikers of varying fitness levels.

The mountain has a flat plateau called Hohe-Loog-Ebene on its eastern side that extends across several square kilometers. Many visitors overlook this unexpected flat area within the highland, expecting only a pointed peak.

Location: Rhineland-Palatinate

Elevation above the sea: 618.7 m

GPS coordinates: 49.33256,8.09621

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:04