Milseburg

The Pearl of the Rhön

The rugged basalt peak of the Milseburg rises a few kilometers northwest of the Wasserkuppe. The mountain is also known as the "Pearl of the Rhön" and is one of the most beautiful hiking destinations in the Rhön region.

Volcanic mountain and Celtic oppidum

Contrary to what its name suggests, the Milseburg is not a castle, but a mountain of volcanic origin. Remnants of a ring wall and a town-like settlement still testify to the fact that the area was probably inhabited from the end of the Hallstatt period until the 1st century AD.

Popular hiking destination

The Milseburg is a popular destination for hikers. From the parking lot at the foot of the mountain, a steep path leads up to the summit. Sturdy footwear and sure footing are recommended. On a clear day, the summit offers a fantastic panoramic view across the Kuppenrhön region, the Fulda area, as far as the Vogelsberg Mountains and the Wasserkuppe massif.

The Milseburg Hut, newly built in 2026, invites summit climbers to stop for refreshments.

A beautiful summit hike can be undertaken, for example, on the "Extratour Milseburg". This 10,6-kilometer-long hiking trail is part of the premium long-distance hiking trail "Hochrhöner®".

Milseburg Tunnel

The Milseburg Tunnel is open from April to October. Built in 1889 and measuring 1172 meters in length, this former railway tunnel is now the highlight of the Milseburg Cycle Path and the Hessian long-distance cycle route R3.

Hochrhöner® Extra Tour Milseburg

Duration:	3,0h
Length:	10,6 km
Experience value:	High
The highest point:	805 meters above sea level
Altitude:	Ascent 520 meters
Difficulty:	Medium
Tour type:	Round trip
Directions:	Red "M" on a white background

Milseburg

Milseburg

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Milseburg

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