Kuhberg (794 m a.s.l.) is a distinctive summit in the western Ore Mountains of Saxony, right on the border with the Vogtland region. What makes it special is the combination of a historic 1894 stone observation tower and a rare royal Saxon surveying column dating back to 1876 — all tucked within a quiet spruce forest.

The summit is entirely forested, giving it a tranquil, sheltered atmosphere in every season. The surrounding spruce woodland limits ground-level views, but the 20-metre tower — originally named the 'Prinz-Georg-Turm' — lifts you above the treetops for a sweeping look over the Ore Mountains and the northwestern Vogtland. It is a relaxed, accessible destination that suits families, casual hikers, and history enthusiasts alike.

• From Stützengrün-Neulehn — a paved road leads directly to the top, suitable for cyclists and families; difficulty: easy.
• Marked hiking trails connect the summit from the surrounding villages of Steinberg, Schönheide, and Stützengrün; the long-distance Eisenach–Budapest mountain trail also crosses the peak.

• Climbing the observation tower requires a small entrance fee; it is open year-round.
• Accommodation on the summit is available in holiday apartments (the former Berggasthof Kuhberg, converted to self-catering flats since May 2023).
• The original 1876 stone triangulation column of the 'Königlich-Sächsische Triangulierung' stands on the summit — one of very few still preserved at its original location in Saxony.
• A historic log cabin built in 1903 by the local Erzgebirge club also stands beside the tower.

Kuhberg first appears in written records in 1563 under the name 'Kuhebergk', likely referring to cattle that once grazed these slopes. By 1900, the tower was already welcoming over 11,000 visitors a year — proof that this quiet hilltop has been a favourite getaway for well over a century.