The border monument Hötensleben documents the condition of 1989 and is since January 1990 a historical monument. It is considered the best and most comprehensive testimony of the inner German border fortification. In Hötensleben the former border system before localities in the original condition to be visited. Since 2011, the facility with the memorial in Marienborn has been a European Heritage Site.
Distance to the bike path: approx. 43 km
The memorial area is freely accessible. Guided tours are possible.

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Maxi M.🌟🌟🌟

October 11, 2020

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You should plan a little more time for the visit. There is a lot to see and read. German history up close.

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Elmbiker

February 28, 2021

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Nice that something like this is preserved.

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Elevation 100 m

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Sunday 15 March

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