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Karlstein

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Karlstein

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    Location: Hornberg, Ortenaukreis, Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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    August 1, 2018

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    Formation of granite rocks with a viewpoint on top. Until 1805, the Karlstein marked a quadrilateral area where the states of Baden and Württemberg as well as the Fürstenbergische and Vorderösterreichischen possessions met each other.
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    November 7, 2020

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    More information at the following link:
    de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karlstein_(Hornberg)
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    November 19, 2017

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    The Karlstein is a rock formation in the Black Forest near Hornberg. It is 969 m high and was the highest elevation of Alt-Wurttemberg. From here you have a wonderful view.
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    1. Hornberg Castle and its Tower – Karlstein loop from Hornberg

    14.3km

    04:40

    630m

    630m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 960 m

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