Batteriekopf
mountain in France
The Batteriekopf is a peak in the Vosges Mountains, reaching an altitude of 1,311 meters. This mountain borders the Route des Crêtes and is located immediately south of the Rothenbachkopf, spanning the municipalities of Wildenstein and Metzeral.
Environmental protection
Part of the western slope of Batteriekopf is included in the Hautes-Chaumes du Rothenbach regional nature reserve which aims to preserve the summit lawns.
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