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North Rhine-Westphalia

Detmold District

Kreis Minden-Lübbecke
Porta Westfalica

Old Mining Tunnel Entrance

Old Mining Tunnel Entrance

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    September 20, 2025

    The mine tunnels in the region were originally used to mine red sandstone. Production ceased between 1895 and 1927 when it was no longer economically viable. Starting in 1943/1944, the tunnels were used as satellite camps for the armaments industry.

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      Distance 1.99 km

      Uphill 70 m

      Downhill 80 m

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      Location: Porta Westfalica, Kreis Minden-Lübbecke, Detmold District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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