Friedrich Jahn, a German-Prussian gymnastics educator, founded the Turnverein, an international gymnastic and social society, in Germany in 1811. The monument was installed by the St Louis German community in 1913 which had over 150 German cultural societies including 12 gymnastics clubs.

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1. Forest Park Paths and Lagoons loop

11.9km

03:05

70m

Hike the moderate 7.4-mile Forest Park Paths and Lagoons loop, exploring woodlands, prairies, and scenic lakes like Jefferson Lake.

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2. Emerson Grand Basin & Jefferson Lake loop – Forest Park, Saint Louis

7.54km

01:56

30m

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

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3. Emerson Grand Basin Loop

4.35km

01:08

30m

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Enjoy an easy 2.7-mile (4.3 km) hike around the scenic Emerson Grand Basin and past the St. Louis Art Museum in Forest Park.

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

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1. Forest Park Paths and Lagoons loop

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