The border museum is maintained on a voluntary basis by a great woman. Unfortunately there is no successor yet. There is a risk that the museum will be closed one day. A visit to the museum can be arranged by calling "066201432" in advance.

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October 20, 2024

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In the gatehouse of the castle there is a border museum, which can only be visited by prior appointment.

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Elevation 280 m

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Location: Philippsthal, Hersfeld-Rotenburg, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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