There is one amazing place in the Alps of Germany (in the south of Bavaria). It, being at the junction of the borders between Austria and Germany, is unique in that from this place a charming panoramic view opens up on the territory of 4 states - Germany (Federal Republic), Austria, Switzerland and Italy. This is the highest point of the Alps located on German territory. This is the peak of the Zugspitze.
What other mountains are there in Germany and what are they? You can find out about this by reading this article.
The mountain system in Germany, as in other European countries, is very interesting. There are several large mountain ranges that attract tourists with their fabulous nature and climbs interesting for climbers. The largest massif is the Bavarian Alps, located in the south of the country and bordering Austria.
It should be noted that from the observation platform of the Zugspitze mountain you can see more than 400 peaks located on the territory of those same 4 states.
Mountains in Germany
As noted above, the largest mountain is Zugspitze. In general, this mountain range has many peaks reaching more than 2000 meters. At elevations from 400 to 500 meters, glaciers are also preserved here.
Where the vast plateau stretches, elite resorts with beautiful nature, lakes and mineral springs are located. The Bavarian Alps is the largest mountain range in the country.
The other two highest mountains of Germany (in the Alps): the mountain peaks of Watzmann Wettersteingebirge with heights of 2713 and 2962 meters respectively. They are located on the territory of Allgaeuer Hochalpen and Berchtesgauer Land.
In addition to the Alps, on the territory of Germany is the Black Forest massif, whose name translates as "black forest". It was not without reason that he received it, because on the slopes of the Black Forest thick pine and spruce forests are blackening. It is located in the southwestern part of the country. Not far from the mountains are small towns and communities. Numerous local mineral springs are widely popular with tourists.
The central part of the state is occupied by a not very large massif, whose name in translation means “mountain forest”. Moreover, these mountains are a bit like the Russian Urals. In the list of the highest mountains in Germany, you can include the highest mark of these places - Brocken Peak, whose height is 1141 meters.
There are Hercynian mountains on the territory of the country, occupying 2226 square meters. kilometers. They stretch for 110 kilometers, and their width is approximately 30 to 40 kilometers. They are divided into 2 parts: southeast (Lower Harz) and northwest (Upper Harz). Both of these components have several valleys. One of them is a national park connecting Saxony-Anhalt and Lower Saxony. Tourists come here in the summer.
Germany is peculiar and interesting in terms of geography.
Highest mountain: name
In Bavaria, the cliff tops are snowy even in summer. The Zugspitze Mountain offers year-round views of the snow-boundless endless world of the rocky Alps. It rises to 2964 meters.
At its very top there is a gilded cross, which is periodically updated. Today, it is not difficult to conquer the peak, even the railway from Garmisch-Partenkirchen (11 km) from Germany leads to it. This line was built back in 1928-1930.
For lovers of more complex extreme transportation methods, there is a cable car that takes you to the top from Austria. Two more cableways were built from the valley. And you can climb the funicular.
The village of Ehrwald is the Austrian settlement closest to the mountain (distance 6 km).
Something from the story
The list of "Highest Mountains in Germany" is headed by Zugspitze. Translated into Russian, it sounds like "the head of a train." And this is completely justified, because, if you look closely, its outlines actually resemble a steam locomotive with a “pipe”.
For almost a century, there have been conditions in this place, once called the "thrilling attraction." They allow everyone to get to this mountain peak.
Mountains in Germany have a rather interesting history. The first conquerors of Zugspitze were three climbers, led by Joseph Naus. This happened on August 27 in 1820. It was then that a man stepped on the "head of the train" for the first time, after which the slopes were built with excellent routes for hiking.
Conclusion
The mountains in Germany and the entire mountain system are very interesting. Not only outdoor enthusiasts come here.
The surrounding area is also impressive for its superb beauty. And the climate here is quite mild, and the flora is represented by pine, larch, spruce, fir, even at an altitude of about 2 km above sea level. And berry bushes and various herbaceous plants are huge. You won’t describe or even list them all!