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Kesslers Löcher Cave

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Kesslers Löcher Cave

Recommended by 20 hikers out of 23

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Saar-Hunsrück

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    1. Thick Oak – Fritz Klesen Trail loop from Schattertriesch

    12.2km

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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

    Intermediate

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

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    March 27, 2019

    fabulous
    For a long time, the stories of the "Birg-Peter", a robber baron, who was operating from his castle ("Birg", south of the Primsschleife near Limbach) are told in the Schmelzer district of Limbach. In fact, one can still see the exit of his escape tunnel described in the legend, the so-called "Kesslers Holes" at the foot of the large eyrie, in the Primsaue opposite the Schattermühle.

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      August 30, 2021

      Kessler's holes

      The name Kessler appears in the 19th century as the name of a charcoal family that also produced charcoal in the “Birg” area. This “cave” is the remains of what was called a copper mine in the local history of Limbach from the 1920s. Source: Text information board

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        Caution ⚠ At the moment there is a warning about the descent due to fallen trees 🌳 🌲

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          Location: Schmelz, Landkreis Saarlouis, Saarland, Germany

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