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Birkenkopf

Stuttgart's tallest urban viewpoint

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Standing at 509.4 meters, the summit of Birkenkopf offers a sweeping view across Stuttgart's inner city. On clear days, you can see as far as the Swabian Jura, the Northern Black Forest, and the Unterland. The eastern slope is home to the Birkenkopf Fault natural monument.

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Birkenkopf rises nearly 300 meters above the Neckar River level.

Quick Facts

Elevation: 511.2 m
Wheelchair Access: Partially accessible

Guided Story

From up here on the 509.4-meter high Birkenkopf, you've got one of the best views over Stuttgart. Rising nearly 300 meters above the Neckar, this peak lets you see as far as the Swabian Jura and the Northern Black Forest on clear days. Looking eastward, you'll find the Birkenkopf Fault, a striking natural monument at the base of the slope. Off in the distance, some 993 meters to the east, stands the ruins of the Hasenbergturm. This vantage point offers a unique perspective of the city, perfect for anyone wanting to see Stuttgart from a different angle.