| Voltzberg | |
|---|---|
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 240 m (790 ft) |
| Coordinates | 4°40′39″N56°11′3″W / 4.67750°N 56.18417°W /4.67750; -56.18417 |
| Geography | |
  Voltzberg Suriname | |
| Location | Sipaliwini District, Suriname |
| Parent range | Emma Range |
Voltzberg is a mountain inSuriname at 240 metres (787 ft). It is part of theEmma Range and is located in theSipaliwini District. It is named after the German geologistFriedrich Voltz. Voltzberg used to form a nature reserve together with the close byRaleigh Falls. In 1998, it became part of theCentral Suriname Nature Reserve.[1]
The mountain rises from three sides and therefore looks very imposing,[2] however it is much easier to climb than the neighbouringVan Stockumberg.[3] The mountain is home to many monkeys.[2] The mountain is popular withbird watchers with more than 400 different birds including theGuianan cock-of-the-rock.[4]
The Voltzberg features on the 20Surinamese dollar banknote.[5]
