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Gutenfels Castle

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Rheinhänge von Burg Gutenfels bis zur Loreley

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  • Location: Kaub, Rhein-Lahn-Kreis, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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    September 18, 2024

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    Impressive former customs castle, which stands on an island in front of Kaub. Visible from far away from the Rheinsteig.
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    June 29, 2021

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    Gutenfels Castle was built as Kaub (Cube) castle from 1220, perhaps on behalf of the empire. Already in 1252 it was besieged unsuccessfully by William of Holland. In 1277 the …
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    July 7, 2022

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    Gutenfels Castle is a very special jewel in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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    Elevation 160 m

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    Location: Kaub, Rhein-Lahn-Kreis, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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