The market was created in the 12th century and the long-distance trade route crossed it. In 1730, the post mile column was erected, for a few years it showed travelers the times to the nearest towns, then, but that was the Prussians, it was dismantled again and converted into a war memorial (1876), which commemorates the fallen in Großkmehlen war 1870/71. The current column is therefore a replica.

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Saxon post mile marker on the Old Market Square in Ortrand.

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This historic Saxon post mile marker has stood on the market square since 1730. The current marker is a rebuilt one.

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In the middle of the market square.

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Elevation 140 m

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Friday 27 March

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-3°C

12 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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