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Roman Tower on Sophienhöhe

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Roman Tower on Sophienhöhe

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  • Location: Jülich, Kreis Düren, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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    August 18, 2023

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    The Sophienhöhe, also known as Monte Sophia, is a recultivated spoil heap created by the mining of lignite seams from the Hambach opencast mine.
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    August 22, 2017

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    For those interested!
    Had not visited the Sophienhöhe for a while, in the nice weather today I went over it again and around the mine.

    Conclusion, a visit to the …
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    October 24, 2020

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    Nice all-round view with explanatory signs.
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    Stone Compass Rest Area – Roman Tower on Sophienhöhe loop from Glesch

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    Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 280 m

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    Location: Jülich, Kreis Düren, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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