Katzenkopf, Mountain summit in Kernen im Remstal, Germany

Katzenkopf is a wooded hill in the far west of the Schurwald, rising to 493.2 m and forming the highest point of Kernen im Remstal. Forest paths lead to its summit, where a 4.1 m wooden cross with metal ornamentation and a summit book stand beside a pedunculate oak protected as a natural monument.

The trails at Katzenkopf developed as part of early transport connections between local villages. Over time, the mountain became an important route for people traveling between neighboring communities.

The summit serves as a gathering spot for hikers and cyclists from surrounding communities. It has become a social hub where outdoor enthusiasts regularly meet and share their passion for the landscape.

The summit is accessible from several starting points including areas near Liebersbronn and Fellbach, where parking is available at trailheads. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions and wear sturdy footwear.

The summit cross was first put up on 27 December 2010 and replaced on 21 June 2017 by a wooden cross 4.1 m tall and weighing about 100 kg, with metal ornament. A summit book sits with it, and a pedunculate oak near the top is listed as a natural monument by the municipality of Kernen.