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Schwedenkreuz (Swedish Cross) at the entrance to Mainau Island

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Schwedenkreuz (Swedish Cross) at the entrance to Mainau Island

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Schwedenkreuz (Swedish Cross) at the entrance to Mainau Island

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  • Location: Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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    July 3, 2018

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    At the bridge from the mainland to the island of Mainau, the Schwedenkreuz commemorates the Swedish occupation of 1647.
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    On the bridge from the mainland to Mainau Island is the Swedish Cross reuz. The name of the cross can be traced back to the Swedish rule during the 30 Years War (1618-1648) on the island of Mainau.
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    June 15, 2024

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    The Swedish Cross, which has adorned the shore area between the island of Mainau and the mainland for several centuries, welcomes guests to the flower island. The name of the …
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    Location: Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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