Because of its clear, far-reaching views in all directions of the compass (to the Bavarian Forest, Rhön, Thuringian Forest and Ore Mountains) the mountain has long been a popular destination. Its fame rose considerably as a result of the visit of the nobility from 13 June 1805 to 5 July 1805 and who stayed in (Bad) Alexandersbad. On 17 June 1805 Frederick William III of Prussia and his wife Louise as well as a large entourage rode out to the Kösseine. Many newspapers reported the event and spread the mountain's renown.