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Germany
Thuringia
Wartburgkreis
Ruhla

Carl-Alexander Tower (Touringen Stamp Station No. 17)

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Ruhla

Carl-Alexander Tower (Touringen Stamp Station No. 17)

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Carl-Alexander Tower (Touringen Stamp Station No. 17)

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  • Location: Ruhla, Wartburgkreis, Thuringia, Germany

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    September 12, 2025

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    The Alexander Tower has 111 steps, and once at the top, you are rewarded with a super view.
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    January 9, 2021

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    Great destination also or especially in winter ☃️❄❤
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    The Ringberg with the Carl-Alexander Tower is a
    638.9 m above sea level mountain in the Thuringian Forest near Ruhla in the Wartburg district
    It is the only preserved historical observation tower in western Thuringia
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    Elevation 630 m

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    Location: Ruhla, Wartburgkreis, Thuringia, Germany

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