Ottoshöhe

Ottoshöhe is a wooden observation tower on the southern slope of the Meller Mountains, providing a viewing platform that reveals the surrounding forests and valleys. The structure rises approximately 28 meters (93 feet) and allows visitors to see across the local landscape from its deck.

The current structure was built in 2008 and represents the fourth tower erected at this location, with predecessors standing in 1895, 1924, and 1967. The repeated reconstruction across these decades reflects the long-standing importance of this viewing point for the surrounding community.

The tower construction project involved local community organizations, with the Melle-Mitte Beautification and Traffic Association leading the development under Hermann Kuipers' direction.

The tower is accessible via forest paths from the hiking parking lot on 'Auf den Vieren' road, with several trail options to choose from. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear for the woodland walk and can visit at different times of year to experience varying landscapes and light.

On clear days, visitors from the platform can see distant cities like Osnabrück, Bielefeld, and Porta Westfalica across the landscape. These far-reaching views help reveal how this location fits within the broader geography of the region.