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Brandenkopf Lookout Tower

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Brandenkopf Lookout Tower

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Brandenkopf Lookout Tower

Recommended by 356 hikers out of 371

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Naturpark Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord

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Location: Oberharmersbach, Ortenaukreis, Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Best Hikes to Brandenkopf Lookout Tower

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1. bwegt-Wanderweg – Brandenkopf Tour from Zell a.H. to Oberharmersbach

17.0km

05:20

710m

640m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Panorama Frame Oberharmersbach – Brandenkopf Observation Tower loop from Vordertal

14.4km

04:38

640m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Kreuzsattel Hut – Brandenkopf Observation Tower loop from Walke

8.69km

02:38

290m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Tips

Vanessa

January 10, 2019

The stone observation tower is the trademark of the Brandenkopf. The 32-meter-high tower has been there since 1929 and you can climb it all year round. Donations are requested. The Brandenkopf takes its name from a large forest fire in 1730. Before that, the mountain was called Varnlehenskopf. The view from the 945-meter-high mountain is spectacular. If the visibility is really good, you can even see the Vosges.

Next to the observation tower you will also find the mountain inn. In addition to a large beer garden, there is also a playground for children to romp around in. Tuesday and Wednesday are days off. You can find more information here: brandenkopf.net.

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Matthias Brandt

August 1, 2017

It is better to take the Westweg variant over the Brandenkopf, here you have beautiful views and after the Brandenkopf the route continues on paths.

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Patrick Göser

October 28, 2019

Hiking lodge open all year round. Daily specials between 8 and 15 euros. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. See pictures for opening times.
As of December 2023 - A sign is hanging on the door - Closed until further notice.

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Elevation 990 m

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www.brandenkopf.net

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Location: Oberharmersbach, Ortenaukreis, Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Brandenkopf Lookout Tower

1. bwegt-Wanderweg – Brandenkopf Tour from Zell a.H. to Oberharmersbach

2. Panorama Frame Oberharmersbach – Brandenkopf Observation Tower loop from Vordertal

3. Kreuzsattel Hut – Brandenkopf Observation Tower loop from Walke

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