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Altenstein Nesting Station

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Altenstein Nesting Station

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    May 30, 2024

    The old distribution tower has received new residents: a home for birds and insects has been created here.

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      May 29, 2021

      The Altensteiner nesting station was originally a distribution tower for the regional power supply, which also opened up the mountain village of Altenstein between 1923 and 1925.

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        January 12, 2023

        The tower now serves as a radio station and nesting site for birds

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          Elevation 480 m

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          Location: Maroldsweisach, Haßberge, Lower Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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