Spessartskopf

Spessartskopf is a mountain summit in Hesse comprising two distinct peaks that form part of the local mountain range. Thick forest covers the area surrounding both peaks, creating a heavily wooded landscape throughout the region.

This mountain region was settled during the Bronze Age when hunters and gatherers moved through the area. It later became a significant hunting territory for rulers and shaped how people used the landscape.

The forests surrounding this peak were once hunting grounds for rulers and nobles who pursued game through these woods. Today visitors walking through the trees can sense this historical use woven into the landscape.

You can reach the summit using well-marked hiking trails and farm roads starting from various points in the area. The nearby village of Wahlen provides convenient access and serves as a practical starting point for your visit.

On clear days, the view from this peak stretches far eastward across the landscape, revealing the expanse of the surrounding region. This sweeping vista makes the summit a place where you truly sense the distance and scale of the terrain.

Location: Hesse

Elevation above the sea: 548 m

GPS coordinates: 49.61715,8.87505

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:30