Le Hundskopf

Le Hundskopf is a mountain summit in the Haut-Rhin located within the Vosges range and reaches an elevation of 1238 meters. It sits between the Marksteinkopf and Storkenkopf peaks and is surrounded by mountain forests and high-altitude meadows.

This mountain summit formed during the creation of the Vosges massif through geological processes that took place more than 300 million years ago. The peak was shaped over vast spans of time by erosion and tectonic activity.

The name Hundskopf comes from German and literally means dog's head, reflecting the Germanic language heritage of the Haut-Rhin region. The slopes today support alpine plant life and serve as a hiking destination where visitors experience the local mountain landscapes.

The summit is accessible via marked hiking trails that wind through mountain forests and meadows. Visitors should plan to bring proper gear and expect a moderate to challenging walk, as routes can be steep and extended.

From this summit, visitors enjoy sweeping views that extend eastward toward the Alsace plain and westward across the surrounding Vosges peaks. On clear days, the vista allows visitors to see the geographic diversity of the region in a single view.

Location: Haut-Rhin

Elevation above the sea: 1,238 m

Website: http://geodesie.ign.fr/fiches/index.php?module=e&action=fichepdf&source=carte&sit_no=6817801

GPS coordinates: 47.91210,7.06302

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:25