Quitschenberg, Mountain summit in Harz National Park, Germany
Description
Quitschenberg is a mountain in the Oberharz region with two distinct peaks separated by roughly 650 meters. The higher summit rises to 881.5 meters and forms an impressive formation when viewed from the surrounding valleys.
History
The mountain gained its name from rowan trees that covered these slopes during centuries of intensive mining operations in the region. This flora once marked the landscape before industrial extraction activities reshaped the terrain.
Culture
The name comes from rowan trees that once grew abundantly in this area during the region's mining era. Today, hikers follow the same Goetheweg trail that the poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe took in 1777 to reach the neighboring Brocken peak.
Practical
Several hiking trails meet at this mountain, including the popular Kaiserweg and Goetheweg routes. A shelter located below the eastern peak provides walkers with a rest area and protection from the elements.
Did you know?
The western summit features remarkable rock formations such as the Quitschenberg Cliffs and Luisenklippe that shape its distinctive appearance. These stone formations draw visitors interested in exploring unusual geological features on the mountain.
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