Hohe Kanzel

Hohe Kanzel is a mountain summit in the Taunus range in Hesse, rising to about 592 meters (1,942 feet). The peak is surrounded by thick forest and marked by rocky outcrops across its slopes.

The Taunus range has been inhabited since ancient times due to its mineral resources and strategic location. The area around Hohe Kanzel became part of important settlement and trade routes in this mountain region.

The name refers to a rock formation at the peak that resembles a raised speaking platform, which locals have long recognized as a distinctive landmark. Visitors can see this distinctive shape when they reach the summit and take in the surrounding views.

The mountain is accessible via several marked hiking trails from the nearby towns of Niedernhausen and Engenhahn. Parking areas are available at the trailheads where visitors can leave their vehicles.

The rock formation at the peak that inspired the mountain's name actually resembles a medieval pulpit shape, created naturally by erosion. Photographers and hikers find this unusual stone shape particularly striking during good lighting.

Location: Hesse

Elevation above the sea: 591.8 m

GPS coordinates: 50.16135,8.26524

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21