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Rhodt unter Rietburg

Schänzelturm on the Steigerkopf

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Schänzelturm on the Steigerkopf

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    January 4, 2019

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    In 1795 there was a battlefield below the Schänzel Tower. Two large memorial stones commemorate this. On the further way there are several carved stones that refer to the battle.
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    December 16, 2016

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    From the spire you have a beautiful view.
    Rest area directly at the tower.
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    June 28, 2020

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    In honor of the soldiers who fell in the war against France in 1794, this tower was built in 1894, in memory of the battle 100 years ago. Dedication:
    "In memory of the brave Prussian warriors who died here in the battle against the French invasion army on July 13, 1794 for the German fatherland".
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    1. Ludwig Tower – Schänzelturm on the Steigerkopf loop from Rhodt unter Rietburg

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    Hard hike. Very 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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