Tübingen District

Nellingen

Weidebrunnen (Cattle Water Trough) in Geopark Schwäbische Alb

Tübingen District

Weidebrunnen (Cattle Water Trough) in Geopark Schwäbische Alb

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Weidebrunnen (Cattle Water Trough) in Geopark Schwäbische Alb

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Location: Nellingen, Alb-Donau-Kreis, Tübingen District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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January 12, 2024

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Until around 1750 it was common practice to drive cattle into the forests for grazing. In order to water the animals, pasture wells made of rubble stone and sealed with clay were dug. Today the well is covered with a grate to prevent accidents.

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April 3, 2023

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Well that supplied the cattle with water, especially in summer

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Elevation 770 m

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Location: Nellingen, Alb-Donau-Kreis, Tübingen District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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