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Signalstein (lookout rock)

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Signalstein (lookout rock)

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Naturpark Fränkische Schweiz - Frankenjura

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    1. Obertrubach Hiking Trails – Knopfstein (Bärnfelser Pilz) loop from Schossaritz

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    March 31, 2024

    The Signalstein is a striking viewing rock.
    In the Middle Ages, the castles of Leienfels, Bärnfels, Obertrubach, Egloffstein and Thuisbrunn communicated and warned each other through signal fires, so-called beacons, which were lit here. A large network of waiting areas, waiting stones and signal stones reached into Thuringia. This type of warning system was used until the 19th century.

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      April 19, 2017

      The signal stone, also known as the signal rock, is a rock about twelve meters high in the Franconian Jura. From here, at 564 meters, one of the highest and best vantage points in Franconian Switzerland, the hiker's gaze can really wander into the distance.

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        March 8, 2019

        Unfortunately, a distant view is only partially possible because the trees, even without foliage, not so much visibility allow.

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          Elevation 560 m

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          Location: Obertrubach, Forchheim, Franconian Switzerland, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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