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Obertor (Round Tower) – Station 5 on the Frau Holle Trail

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Obertor (Round Tower) – Station 5 on the Frau Holle Trail

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Obertor (Round Tower) – Station 5 on the Frau Holle Trail

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    1. Hellkopfsee – Old Town Wall of Witzenhausen loop from Hessisch Lichtenau

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

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    Moderate

    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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    February 25, 2024

    The tower was built between 1445 and 1456 to protect the upper gate and later also served as a prison

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      March 13, 2024

      The round tower, also known as the Obertor, is part of the medieval city wall in Hessisch-Lichtenau. The well-preserved building was built between 1445 and 1456. In its rooms, visitors will find an installation that shows the legendary fairy-tale character Mrs. Holle as the giver of life.

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        October 13, 2025

        The tower was built between 1445 and 1456 to protect the Upper Gate

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          Location: Hessisch Lichtenau, Werra-Meißner-Kreis, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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