Storkenkopf


The Storkenkopf is the second-highest summit of the Vosges Mountains. It is located in the French region of Alsace, close to the Grand Ballon.

Etymology

In German and in Alsatian Storkenkopf means "storks' head".

Geography

The mountain is divided between the French municipalities of Saint-Amarin, Geishouse, and Lautenbachzell, all belonging to the Haut-Rhin department. Near the mountain's top is the ferme du Haag, a farm which also provides accommodation.

Access to the summit

The well known Route des Crêtes transits not faraway from the top of the mountain, which is possible to reach on foot following a forest service road for about.