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Mellrichstadt

Upper Gate / Powder Tower

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Upper Gate / Powder Tower

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    Location: Mellrichstadt, Landkreis Rhön-Grabfeld, Lower Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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    September 22, 2022

    Cycling

    Like the city walls, the Powder Tower was built in the 13th century.
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    March 11, 2018

    Mountain biking

    The powder tower forms the remainder of the former "Upper Gate".
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    October 15, 2022

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    Beautiful old city wall that you can also cycle down.
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    Best Hikes to Upper Gate / Powder Tower

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    1. Old Cemetery – Upper Gate / Powder Tower loop from Mellrichstadt Bf

    11.6km

    03:04

    110m

    110m

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

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

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

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    Elevation 470 m

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    Location: Mellrichstadt, Landkreis Rhön-Grabfeld, Lower Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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