Kreuzberg (Rhön)

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The Kreuzberg (Kreuz = cross, Berg = mountain) is a mountain of the Rhön Mountains. Its height is about 932 metres. It is located in the Bavarian part of the Rhön, in the administrative region Lower Franconia. The mountain Kreuzberg - which is also called the "holy mountain of the Franconians" - is part of the town Bischofsheim an der Rhön in the district Rhön-Grabfeld.

[edit] Tourism

Every year the Kreuzberg draws a lot of tourists. People visit the Kreuzberg especially for hiking and in the winter for skiing. For this purpose there are three lifts on the northern side of the mountain. In addition, there is also a luge track on the Kreuzberg. The monastery which is situated on the peak of the Kreuzberg (Kloster Kreuzberg) is one of the main attractions, as well. Pilgrimages are often practiced to the monastery church. Besides, the monastery is also famous for its beer.