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Waldheide Nature Reserve

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Waldheide Nature Reserve

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    May 15, 2018

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    The Waldheide is a clearing of approximately 50 hectares in Heilbronn's city forest. The area was established as a parade ground in 1883 and occupied by the US military from …
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    August 9, 2020

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    The Waldheide is a clearing of around 50 hectares in Heilbronn's city forest. The area was established as a parade ground in 1883 and occupied by the US armed forces from 1951 onwards, who expanded the Waldheide into a base for nuclear-armed medium-range missiles from 1974 onwards.

    In 1985, an accident occurred at the facility, also known as Fort Redleg, resulting in three fatalities due to the explosion of a rocket stage. This incident sparked a public debate in the Federal Republic of Germany about the dangers of the Pershing system and gave the peace movement a broad boost.
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    May 4, 2020

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    Nicely laid out apiary, at first glance not recognizable as such.
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    1. Garten-Bellvedere vineyard house – Heilbronn Keuper Trail loop from Wartberg

    13.9km

    03:45

    180m

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

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    Moderate

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

    Moderate

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

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    Elevation 370 m

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    Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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