Kastelberg, Mountain summit in Vosges, France
Kastelberg is a granite peak in the Vosges that rises to 1350 meters, making it the fourth highest mountain in the range. The summit sits above expansive meadows and steep woodland slopes that descend toward lower elevations.
The mountain sits in a region once divided between Alsace and Lorraine, a boundary that shaped settlement patterns and trade routes. This division influenced how communities developed on either side of the border.
Local herders have long grazed cattle on these slopes, shaping the pastoral landscape we see today. The open meadows around the summit reflect generations of agricultural use by mountain communities.
The summit can be reached by hiking trails from Col du Calvaire parking area or by ski runs from La Bresse resort depending on the season. Plan your visit around weather conditions, as snow and fog often cover the upper slopes.
The Wormsawald-Ammelthal area holds snow patches that often linger into late summer on these slopes. These lingering snowfields create a distinctive landscape feature that sets this mountain apart from surrounding peaks.
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