Emil von Behring, who died in Marburg in 1917, was a major immunologist and serologist and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Its development of vaccines against diphtheria and tetanus have received special attention. "Savior of the Children" and also "Savior of the Soldiers" (WW1). Behring came to Marburg in 1894. Elsenhöhe, Behring-Wiese, Behring-Werke scarce km in eastward direction

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Micki

August 27, 2024

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Emil von Behring's mausoleum is located on the Elsenhöhe in the forest in a very beautiful spot. It is beautiful here in every season.

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Volker🏃🏻

February 16, 2021

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An important place in memory of Emil von Behring, whose vaccines have saved many lives, especially children.

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Elevation 370 m

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Thursday 12 March

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