There was already a castle in Lauf in the 12th century, but it was destroyed at the beginning of the 14th century. It was only around 50 years later, namely …

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April 4, 2019

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Lauf experienced its first heyday under the banner of the Bohemian lion. Based on the city survey, a diverse urban life developed: self-government and jurisdiction, crafts, markets and customs, church and school, social institutions. The urban character found its expression in the emblems of the seal, coat of arms and flag as well as in the various public buildings from the town hall, the shepherd's house, the shooting house to the "Fronveste", the city jail; not to forget the fortification with ditch, wall, towers and gates, which made running to a reasonably safe place.

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Alwin

April 2, 2021

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Picturesque from the Pegnitz wrestles around. The small courtyard and the bridges are a medieval highlight

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1. Bitterbach Gorge – Bridge Over the Bitterbach loop from Lauf (links der Pegnitz)

8.37km

02:11

60m

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

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2. View of the Pegnitz River – Moritzberg Mountain Inn loop from Lauf (rechts Pegnitz)

15.9km

04:29

310m

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

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3. View of the Pegnitz River – Old City Archive loop from Lauf (links der Pegnitz)

5.73km

01:29

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 320 m

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Saturday 28 February

11°C

3°C

49 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Location: Lauf an der Pegnitz, Nürnberger Land, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Wenceslas Castle, Lauf an der Pegnitz

1. Bitterbach Gorge – Bridge Over the Bitterbach loop from Lauf (links der Pegnitz)

2. View of the Pegnitz River – Moritzberg Mountain Inn loop from Lauf (rechts Pegnitz)

3. View of the Pegnitz River – Old City Archive loop from Lauf (links der Pegnitz)

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