Germany
Hesse
Darmstadt District
Main-Kinzig-Kreis
Gelnhausen
Halbmond Bastion Gelnhausen
Germany
Hesse
Darmstadt District
Main-Kinzig-Kreis
Gelnhausen
Halbmond Bastion Gelnhausen
Halbmond Bastion Gelnhausen
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 102 out of 111 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Hessischer Spessart
Location: Gelnhausen, Main-Kinzig-Kreis, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany
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Tips
The "Crescent", originally called Aulenturm, was built around 1535. The semicircular construction resulted from strategic considerations. The cannonballs could bounce better. The tower stood in front of the city wall and formed an additional protective shield.
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•December 12, 2018
Here you have the most beautiful view of Gelnhausen including seating.
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