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Mountain Peaks

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Kassel District

Landkreis Fulda

Gersfeld (Rhön)

Wasserkuppe with radome

Mountain Peaks

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Kassel District

Landkreis Fulda

Gersfeld (Rhön)

Wasserkuppe with radome

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Wasserkuppe with radome

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Location: Gersfeld (Rhön), Landkreis Fulda, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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1. Wasserkuppe Radome – Pferdskopf Summit loop from Abtsroda

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2. Pferdskopf Summit – Fliegerdenkmal Wasserkuppe loop from Obernhausen

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3. View of the Wasserkuppe – Pferdskopf Summit loop from Obernhausen

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Nationale Naturlandschaften

April 23, 2025

At 950 meters, the Wasserkuppe is the highest mountain in Hesse and the symbol of the Rhön Mountains. Up here, you can feel the freedom, as the Wasserkuppe is considered the cradle of gliding – pilots have been taking to the skies here for over 100 years.

But it's not just aviators who enjoy it: In summer, you can hike or cycle across vast plateaus with magnificent views, while in winter, ski lifts, cross-country ski trails, and toboggan runs beckon. Around the summit, you'll find the Aviation Memorial, the Gliding Museum, and numerous places to stop for refreshments.

The Wasserkuppe is located in the heart of the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, which, with its open highlands, beech forests, and species-rich meadows, is a paradise for nature lovers. Here, you can explore the unique landscape on premium hiking trails like the Hochrhöner or on nature trails. The nature park also boasts star parks, rare animals like the red kite and the wildcat, and botanical treasures like gentian and orchids.

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F71

March 21, 2018

The Wasserkuppe is always a sporty destination, whether on foot or by bike. Magnificent views over the Rhön and, weather permitting, distant vistas extend to the neighboring low mountain ranges: Vogelsberg, Knüll, Thuringian Forest, and Spessart.

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Kai 🇺🇦

October 20, 2017

With 950 meters the highest mountain of Hessen and accordingly beautiful view over large parts of the Rhön. Here you can watch the paragliders and gliders while taking a break from the climb.

Further east of the summit there are restaurants and two farmers or regional shops with a nice assortment and not only for children a small amusement park with summer toboggan run and more.

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Location: Gersfeld (Rhön), Landkreis Fulda, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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1. Wasserkuppe Radome – Pferdskopf Summit loop from Abtsroda

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