A new chapter was opened in the Oertelsbruch during the Second World War - the National Socialists took over the slate quarry in 1943. Due to the destruction of the …

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August 16, 2024

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The history of the Oertels villa is interesting: first it was a factory owner's villa, then the command center of the armaments factory and the "Laura" concentration camp subcamp, and then a training center for slate workers until the early 1980s. After that it served as a rich source of wood and scrap thieves. Entire ceilings, wood paneling and power cables were stolen. The formerly magnificent villa has long since fallen into disrepair.

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August 16, 2024

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The Hauptmannsbruch has been located north of Lehesten since the beginning of the 19th century. In 1849, the entrepreneur Ernst Oertel bought it. After his death 14 years later, his …

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1. Oertel Villa (Abandoned) – KZ Laura Memorial Site loop from Lehesten

15.8km

04:31

370m

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

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2. MC Lehesten Motocross Track – Oertel Villa (Abandoned) loop from Schmiedebach

10.8km

03:05

240m

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

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3. Old Agent Gate – KZ Laura Memorial Site loop from Steinbach an der Haide

21.8km

06:16

530m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Oertel Villa (Abandoned)

1. Oertel Villa (Abandoned) – KZ Laura Memorial Site loop from Lehesten

2. MC Lehesten Motocross Track – Oertel Villa (Abandoned) loop from Schmiedebach

3. Old Agent Gate – KZ Laura Memorial Site loop from Steinbach an der Haide

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