Record SL-548547 · Wikidata Q525001
Milseburg
No list classifications
Elevation
835
m
2,740 ft
Prominence
175 m
Isolation
5.2 km
Coordinates
50.5447° N,
9.8981° E
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaThe Milseburg is an extinct volcano and at 835 metres (2,740 ft) above sea level the second highest elevation in the Hessian part of the Rhön Mountains, Germany. The hill is located east of Fulda, near the villages of Kleinsassen and Danzwiesen. It is a popular destination for hikers and bikers. Scientifically, Milseburg is most notable for the remains of a large Celtic oppidum. It also features several other structures on the peak, including a chapel dedicated to St Gangulphus.
Best months
Hiking score 0–100 · 10-yr climate averagesRows beneath each bar: mean temperature, monthly precipitation. Highest-scoring month in red.
Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liedenküppel | 648 m | NW 310° | 0.6 km |
| Bubenbader Stein | 759 m | SE 128° | 1.2 km |
| Vorderstellberg | 560 m | NW 300° | 1.2 km |
| Sternsküppel | 624 m | S 177° | 1.4 km |
| Oberbernhardser Höhe | 661 m | N 3° | 1.5 km |
| Stellberg | 727 m | SW 247° | 1.9 km |
Routes of ascent
| Route | Network | Distance | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geisweg | rwn | 25.6 km | — |