The Lucas Cranach Tower is a 22 meter high lookout tower of the Frankenwaldverein near the Upper Franconian district town of Kronach. He is named after the German painter and graphic artist Lucas Cranach (1472 - 1553), who was born in Kronach. The observation deck of the tower is located 18 meters above the ground and can be reached via a spiral staircase with 88 steps.

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April 19, 2017

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Here many hiking trails lead along, e.g. also the Frankenweg. The region is fantastic for hiking (especially in summer). For the hikers, there are wonderful views on all sides.

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February 12, 2019

Hiking

The Lucas Cranach Tower, a lookout tower of the Frankenwaldverein e. V., offers a magnificent view of Kronach, the Franconian Forest and the Main Valley. The climb is worthwhile in any case!

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Elevation 540 m

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Location: Weißenbrunn, Kronach, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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