The Rh? Mountains are a group of low mountains in central Germany, located in the state of Hessen, close to its borders with Bavaria and Thuringia. They are the product of ancient volcanic activity and are separated from the Vogelsberg Mountains by the Fulda River and its valley.
These mountains are a popular tourist destination. Hikers come for the nearly 6,000 km (3,750 miles) of tracks through the picturesque scenery, and gliding enthusiasts have been drawn to the area since the early Twentieth century. More recently, farmstays are flourishing in the region.
Since 1991, UNESCO has declared the Rh? a Biosphere Reserve on account of its unique high-altitude ecosystem.
The peaks of the Rh? include: