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Upper Franconia

Thuringian Warte Observation Tower

Upper Franconia

Thuringian Warte Observation Tower

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Thuringian Warte Observation Tower

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Naturpark Frankenwald

Location: Ludwigsstadt, Kronach, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Andrea und Huskys 🐺

July 25, 2025

Hiking

The 26.5-meter-high observation tower on the Ratzenberg (678 meters) is only about 200 meters from the state border between Bavaria and Thuringia. The inner-German border strip, now protected as the …

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June 17, 2019

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The climb is worthwhile in any case, a lot of information on the former inner German border. Once you have reached the top you can enjoy the beautiful view

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April 16, 2015

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A little German history and a wonderful view!

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Elevation 720 m

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Location: Ludwigsstadt, Kronach, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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