Bear Trap at Waldstein
Mountain Biking Highlight
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This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Fichtelgebirge
Location: Zell im Fichtelgebirge, Landkreis Hof, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany
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The bear trap dates from 1656, the last bear was caught here in 1760. An impressive and interesting facility. Here, too, information can be called up with a QR code scanner.
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•June 24, 2020
Interesting art object with the positive and negative of the bear made of stone. Well done.
It is also the only preserved bear trap in Germany.translated by•July 7, 2021
The unique building was actually built to catch bears. These had spread strongly in the Fichtelgebirge after the 30-year war. However, no bear has fallen into the trap since 1760 :)
translated by•June 27, 2021
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