Wengeberg

Wengeberg is a mountain in Breckerfeld reaching 441 meters and marking the highest point in the Ennepe-Ruhr district. The terrain is mostly forested, particularly on the northeastern slopes, while the southwestern side is accessible via the nearby L528 regional road.

In the mid-1800s, the summit served as Station 45 of the Prussian optical telegraph network linking Berlin to the Rhine Province. This telegraph system made the location a crucial point for rapid communication across vast distances.

The summit has served as a gathering point for people seeking views across the wider region, shaping how local communities value the landscape. Walkers today follow routes that reflect generations of use and have become part of the area's outdoor culture.

Visitors can use several hiking trails to reach the summit, with established paths particularly available through the northeastern forest. The nearby L528 road provides good orientation points, and the terrain is walkable during most seasons without special equipment.

An iron observation tower called Hohenzollernturm was once built at the summit in 1894 and displayed busts of German emperors at its base. The tower no longer stands, having been taken down in the early 20th century, though local history remembers its role as a landmark.

Location: Breckerfeld

Elevation above the sea: 441 m

Part of: Breckerfelder Hochfläche

GPS coordinates: 51.24764,7.46631

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:00