Schüssel

Schüssel is a scenic viewpoint in , , and has an elevation of 877 metres. Access is restricted and requires permission. Schüssel is situated nearby to the peak , as well as near the chapel .
  • Access is restricted and requires permission.
  • Type: Scenic viewpoint
  • Wheelchair access: no

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Großer Waldstein and Waldsteinburg.

Peak
Photo: Schubbay, CC BY-SA 3.0.
The is part of the Waldstein range in the of Germany. It is known primarily for its rock formations caused by spheroidal weathering, its ruined castles and the only remaining bear trap in the region.

Photo: Schubbay, CC BY-SA 3.0.
The , also called the Red Castle is a ruined castle on the summit of the in the of . It is also known as the Westburg to distinguish it from the older ruins of the . is situated 160 metres northwest of Schüssel.

Nature reserve
Photo: Schubbay, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is a nature reserve.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Ruppertsgrün and Zell im Fichtelgebirge.

Village
Photo: PeterBraun74, CC BY-SA 4.0.
is a village.

Village
Photo: Benreis, CC BY 3.0.
, formerly Zell is a market town in the in in . is situated 2½ km west of Schüssel.

Village
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is a village, which is situated 4 km south of Schüssel.

Schüssel

Latitude
50.12902° or 50° 7′ 45″ north
Longitude
11.85455° or 11° 51′ 16″ east
Elevation
877 metres (2,877 feet)
Open location code
9F2H4VH3+JR
Open­Street­Map ID
node 173711932
Open­Street­Map feature
amenity=­shelter
Open­Street­Map feature
tourism=­viewpoint
Open­Street­Map attribute
wheelchair=­no
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