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⚔️ Plassenburg Fortress

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⚔️ Plassenburg Fortress

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    Location: Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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    May 21, 2015

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    The Plassenburg is a hilltop castle surrounded by fortifications from the Renaissance period above the Upper Franconian town of Kulmbach. As one of the most imposing and largest Renaissance buildings in Germany, it has long been a model in fortress construction and is now the city's landmark.
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    erected 1787-89 century
    is fed by a pipe water system from the 15th century
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    In the "Schöner Hof" with its richly decorated arcades, the atmosphere of a German princely court of the Renaissance comes to life.
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    1. Rehberg Tower – View of Plassenburg Castle loop from Kulmbach

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 400 m

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