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Vornlocker Cross

Vornlocker Cross

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Vornlocker Cross

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Location: Burgebrach, Landkreis Bamberg, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Albrecht

November 20, 2024

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Very beautiful wooden cross

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Ralph

January 25, 2026

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Donated in 1953 by Michael Vornlocker. Michael Vornlocker from Burgebrach was stationed in Egypt during World War II. During an air raid, he was trapped and buried alive. After a fortunate rescue and release from captivity, he vowed that he would erect a cross if he returned home safe and sound. He returned safely and did not forget his vow.

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April 7, 2022

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“Each of these crosses can tell its own story and what prompted people to erect “their” cross at this point. (...) These wayside crosses were erected as visible signs and …

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Elevation 270 m

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Location: Burgebrach, Landkreis Bamberg, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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