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Köstritz Ice Ponds
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February 4, 2020
Cycling
The small ice pond was created by Rudolf Zersch for cooling beer in the 19th century.
The large ice pond was created in the 18th century by Count Heinrich 43rd Reuss-Köstritz. On the island there was originally a monument made of stacked rock with a sarcophagus designed by the Berlin architect Friedrich. It was called "Amalia Stone". The “Amalia Stone” was destroyed after 1945.
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September 26, 2023
Hiking
In 1875 Rudolf Zersch leased the brewery from Prince Reuß-Köstritz. …
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April 10, 2024
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Elevation 190 m
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Tuesday 30 June
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