ライヒスホーフの絶景の山頂・トップ13

After being closed following repeated acts of vandalism, the tower is currently being renovated, and hopefully it will be open to climbers again soon!

Between two paths, there's not only a bench for a breather, but also, right next to it, a wayside cross, inviting you to take a short spiritual rest. The small sacred monument standing here is made of wood and topped with a gabled roof. It doesn't bear the body of the crucified Christ, but it does bear two inscriptions: In the upper section of the longitudinal beam, the capital letters "INRI," often found on crosses, are an abbreviation (in Latin) for "Jesus Christ, King of the Jews." Much rarer, however, is the inscription—here on the crossbeam—with the words "Save your soul," whose white lettering stands out clearly against the dark wood of the cross.

It's a shame that the tower ruins are closed. When will that change? 😥

Very strenuous mountain coming from Friesenhagen

Phew, coming up here from Friesenhagen, it was very exhausting.

The restaurant at the tower is also open at the weekend, ideal for taking a longer break here.

Here, too, the tablet was unfortunately stolen. 😬

Here the 170 are worth it! Steps 🪜 great view 👍