Stuifen

Stuifen is a 757-meter summit within the Drei Kaiserberge range, characterized by dense forests and distinctive limestone rock formations. The terrain displays the typical features of the Swabian highlands with steep forested slopes and exposed stone faces.

The mountain has served as a navigation landmark since medieval times for travelers and merchants moving between settlements in the Swabian region. Its distinctive shape made it a recognizable point of reference across a heavily forested landscape.

Local hiking clubs organize regular group ascents throughout the year, maintaining traditional summit registers for climbers to record their visits.

Multiple marked trails lead to the summit from several starting points, with the most direct route beginning at the Rechberg parking area. The path is clearly signposted throughout and requires no special equipment for a typical day hike.

Stuifen forms a natural geometric triangle with two neighboring peaks, a pattern that becomes strikingly visible in satellite imagery. This unusual arrangement has made the trio of mountains recognizable landmarks throughout the region for centuries.

Location: Baden-Württemberg

Elevation above the sea: 757 m

Part of: Drei Kaiserberge

GPS coordinates: 48.74347,9.81863

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07