Since 1991, the rear tower has been used as a Christmas candle in the Christmas season. This candle is also in the Guinness Book of Records.
The Hinterburg was first …

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The Schlitzer Christmas candle in the Hessian town of Schlitz is about 42 meters high and is the largest Christmas candle that is not made of wax.[1][2] It has been …

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1. Schlitz Castle Park – View of Schlitz loop from Schlitz

13.9km

03:53

270m

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

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2. At Schachenburg Alley – Schlitz Castle Park loop from Schlitz

4.70km

01:13

30m

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3. View of Schlitz – Schlitz Market Square loop from Schlitz

10.6km

02:58

200m

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Elevation 230 m

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Location: Schlitz, Vogelsbergkreis, Gießen District, Hesse, Germany

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Schlitz Christmas Candle (Hinterturm)

1. Schlitz Castle Park – View of Schlitz loop from Schlitz

2. At Schachenburg Alley – Schlitz Castle Park loop from Schlitz

3. View of Schlitz – Schlitz Market Square loop from Schlitz

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