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Theresienstein Sun Temple

Theresienstein Sun Temple

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Theresienstein Sun Temple

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Location: Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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Andrea und Huskys 🐺

June 15, 2025

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The Theresienstein is one of the oldest parks in Bavaria created by citizens. In 1816, the first plans were drawn up to make the municipally owned Fröhlichenstein – a double …

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Rombea

October 5, 2020

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The Sun Temple was the first observation pavilion that was erected and financed by the citizens of Hof in 1818. It was a wooden rotunda that was demolished in 1848 because it was dilapidated. The current building was built in 1993/94 for the state horticultural show.

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Verschönerungsverein Hof

December 22, 2022

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Even the famous poet Jean Paul had his novel hero, Siebenkäs, rave about the wonderful view of Hof from this very spot in 1797—and that's saying something: He had ambivalent feelings about his hometown. "Strolling up" was a tricky thing back then, on the pathless slope. This was the birth of the Theresienstein Public Park! Paths, benches, and viewing platforms were created. The people of Hof thank the builders: To this day, they still enjoy the fabulous panoramic view and the sunshine...

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Theresienstein House – Theresienstein Sun Temple loop from Hof

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Elevation 550 m

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Wednesday 24 June

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Location: Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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