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Auerbach i.d. OPf.

Leonie Iron Ore Mine

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Leonie Iron Ore Mine

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    April 8, 2023

    Hiking

    Former mine Leonie. It was decommissioned in 1987. The former winding tower is striking. An information board provides background information.
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    May 27, 2024

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    The winding tower of the Leonie iron ore works is still standing, rising 38 metres into the air. Mining began here in 1977, and Leonie was the richest iron ore …
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    January 4, 2020

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    Industrial monument of the former mine, closed since 1987, located on the Erzweg.
    The former winding tower is one of Auerbach's landmarks.
    de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eisenerzbergwerk_Leonie
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    View of aurochs and horses – Leonie Iron Ore Mine loop from Grubenfelder Leonie

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 440 m

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    Location: Auerbach i.d. OPf., Amberg-Sulzbach, Upper Palatinate, Bavaria, Germany

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