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Dorothea Exploration Tunnel (Grube Dorothea)
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4.7
(34)
This Highlight is in a protected area
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July 7, 2025
Hiking
During the construction of the tunnel, remnants of the old Dorothea mine, first mentioned in 1536, were also discovered.
Operation of the exploration tunnel was discontinued in 1992. Further explorations were conducted between 2007 and 2009, but these activities have since ceased completely.
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Elevation 670 m
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