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Barigauer Turm Observation Tower

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    Location: Oberhain, Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt, Thuringia, Germany

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    May 27, 2025

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    The Barigauer Tower is an observation tower on the Barigauer Höhe near Barigau, a district of Königsee in the Saalfeld-Rudolstadt district of Thuringia. Built in 1912, it offers impressive panoramic views of the region from a height of 664.6 meters. On a clear day, you can see over 43 villages, towns, and famous mountain peaks from here, including the Schneekopf near Ilmenau and the Leuchtenburg Castle in Kahla. Next to the tower, there is a restaurant that welcomes hikers and visitors.
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    historical viewing platform
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    Passing the town, we reach the Barigauer Höhe at 665 meters and the tower, which is closed for renovation.
    We are nevertheless rewarded with a beautiful view.
    From here, up to 48 villages and towns as well as a large number of mountain peaks can be seen.
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    1. Güldene Kirche – Barigauer Turm Observation Tower loop from Mellenbach-Glasbach

    9.13km

    02:52

    330m

    330m

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

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

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 660 m

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    Location: Oberhain, Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt, Thuringia, Germany

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