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Staufer
December 13, 2025
Hiking
Red Martyrs
"Red Martyrs" generally refers to historic wayside crosses, memorial stones, or field monuments (also called "Marterl" in some regions), often made of oak and traditionally painted red with oxblood for identification. Such monuments are widespread in Bavaria, particularly in Franconian Switzerland and the Upper Palatinate.
The term "Marter" derives from the concept of the Passion of Christ or the Stations of the Cross and refers to martyrdom. These monuments were frequently erected at sites of accidents, murders, or other significant events.
These locations often serve as starting points or stops on hiking trails and educational paths.
"Red Martyrs" generally refers to historic wayside crosses, memorial stones, or field monuments (also called "Marterl" in some regions), often made of oak and traditionally painted red with oxblood for identification. Such monuments are widespread in Bavaria, particularly in Franconian Switzerland and the Upper Palatinate.
The term "Marter" derives from the concept of the Passion of Christ or the Stations of the Cross and refers to martyrdom. These monuments were frequently erected at sites of accidents, murders, or other significant events.
These locations often serve as starting points or stops on hiking trails and educational paths.
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MatMan
September 19, 2023
Mountain biking
Does anyone have any information about this "picture behind bars"? ...why is it here in the forest?
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5.0
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2
riders
31.6km
02:15
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
35.9km
02:32
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
Moderate
3
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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