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Tower at the Bear Pit

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Tower at the Bear Pit

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Naturpark Schwäbisch-Fränkischer Wald

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    Location: Waldenburg, Hohenlohekreis, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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    September 11, 2022

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    Great circular route with many historical buildings.
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    February 12, 2023

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    The starting point of the Waldenburg town fortifications was the castle and keep built around 1200. Soon after, the high watchtower and the shield wall were built. They protected the southern end of the mountain plateau.
    Beyond the "Bear Pit", the Schanz with shield wall, towers, battlements, casemates and a new gate system was built by 1495 as an outwork. The walled-up gate of the town entrance is still visible....
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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 530 m

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