The upper gate shown has the typical appearance of a medieval double gate system with gate tower and outwork. It was built in the 13th and 14th centuries. The bridge leading over the moat in front of the gate is much younger.

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Here is the "main entrance" to the wonderful old town.

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Elevation 510 m

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Saturday 14 March

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Location: Wolframs-Eschenbach, Landkreis Ansbach, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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