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Riesenburg Cave Ruins

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Riesenburg Cave Ruins

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  • Location: Gößweinstein, Forchheim, Franconian Switzerland, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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    June 12, 2021

    Road cycling

    The Riesenburg cave ruins

    The Riesenburg (Versturzhöhle) is the remains of an extensive karst cave made of so-called Franconian dolomite, which was created by the action of water.

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    There is little to add to the detailed description of Fuentes. The cave is worth a visit on foot, but from a racing bike you can only guess at the dimensions as you cycle past.
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    Location: Gößweinstein, Forchheim, Franconian Switzerland, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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