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Rock passage of the pearl fishery in the Ölschnitz valley

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Rock passage of the pearl fishery in the Ölschnitz valley

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  • Location: Gefrees, Landkreis Bayreuth, Franconian Switzerland, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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    January 5, 2025

    Hiking

    Here you will find a small, approximately 10 m long rock breakthrough from the old pearl fishery in the Ölschnitz valley. The straight breakthrough is accessible, but adults can only do so in a crouched position. The river-side entrance bears the year 1770. Further information on the historical reference can be found on a new, small information board above the rock tunnel.
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    September 21, 2025

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    A small side path leads from the main path down to the tunnel. An information panel provides information about the tunnel's origins, dating back to the 18th century.
    At the upper end, there is a ford through the Ölschnitztal valley, which may be passable when the water level is low.
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    December 5, 2025

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    The Gefrees Hiking Club (FGV Gefrees), in cooperation with the Gefrees Historical Forum, has erected an information panel here, providing details about the royal pearl fishing operations at this location. The small passage was hewn into the rock for this purpose and is accessible to slender and agile individuals.
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    Elevation 460 m

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    Location: Gefrees, Landkreis Bayreuth, Franconian Switzerland, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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