Írott-kő, Mountain summit between Burgenland, Austria and Kőszeg District, Hungary
The 884-meter-high Írott-kő peak stands as the highest point in western Hungary and marks the border between Austria and Hungary.
The mountain received its name from border stones that separated estates belonging to the Batthyány and Esterházy families in past centuries.
The observation tower, constructed in 1913, represents the meeting point of two nations and allows visitors to stand in both countries simultaneously.
Multiple hiking trails lead to the summit from both Austrian and Hungarian sides, with the most accessible route starting from the town of Velem.
The mountain's elevation differs by one meter according to Austrian and Hungarian measurements, with Austrian sources citing 884 meters and Hungarian ones 883 meters.
Location: Burgenland
Location: Kőszeg District
Elevation above the sea: 884 m
GPS coordinates: 47.35283,16.43372
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:14
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