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Witches' Tower Heldburg

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Witches' Tower Heldburg

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    July 7, 2022

    Cycling

    Right near the town center and not far from the kindergarten, the tower stands as a contemporary witness of the former city fortifications. Next to it is a nice children's playground.
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    March 30, 2023

    Mountain biking

    It probably once belonged to the city fortifications of Heldburg. The massive tower was built in 1551, i.e. at the time when the Reformation was taking hold in the southern Thuringian community. A special feature of the building is its floor plan. The top of the tower is not in the middle, but shifted to one side.

    In the 17th century, the tower was used as a prison for prisoners caught in the witch hunts. This is probably where his name comes from.
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    March 21, 2023

    Mountain biking

    Corner tower of the former city wall and probably also a temporary prison.
    There is also a public playground right next to it.
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    1. Old Heldburg Station – Happach's House loop from Heldburg

    5.16km

    01:28

    110m

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

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    Elevation 360 m

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    Location: Bad Colberg-Heldburg, Hildburghausen, Thuringia, Germany

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