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Otto Tunnel

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Otto Tunnel

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  • Location: Horhausen (Westerwald), Altenkirchen, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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    June 6, 2020

    Mountain biking

    On the trail of mining.
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    The Otto tunnel is located in the Horhausen district between the towns of Niedersteinebach and Luchert. The name is derived from the former Prussian Prime Minister Prince Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), through whose influence it became possible for the Krupp company on March 24, 1865 to open the three pits Georg (Willroth), Friedrich-Wilhelm (Horhausen) and Louise (Bürdenbach) available for purchase. In gratitude, the gallery was given the name "Otto-Stollen", which is still known today ...
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    October 25, 2023

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    The tunnel was named after Otto von Bismarck. You can find more detailed information on the information boards on site.
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    Otto Tunnel – Hölderstein via ferrata loop from Burglahr

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    Elevation 250 m

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    Location: Horhausen (Westerwald), Altenkirchen, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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