The monument itself is kept simple. Anyone who knows his stories, but still likes to visit. A real fairytale castle inspired by a writer, already unique.

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June 15, 2017

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Even while the new Lichtenstein was being built, this monument had been erected. The Allgemeine Zeitung reported on October 11, 1839 from Reutlingen: "A close rock already bears the simple …

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January 26, 2017

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When Wilhelm Hauff published his first (and only) historical novel in 1826, he gave it the title "Lichtenstein". This is the name of a castle on a steep rock high above the Echaztal at Honau
goethezeitportal.de/wissen/illustrationen/wilhelm-hauff/lichtenstein-ii.html

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1. Kalkofensteige Climb – Lichtenstein Castle loop from Reutlingen West

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2. Kalkofensteige Climb – Lichtenstein Castle loop from Dußlingen

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3. View of Lichtenstein Castle – Kalkofensteige Climb loop from Pfullingen

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Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Wilhelm Hauff Monument with views over the Echaz Valley

1. Kalkofensteige Climb – Lichtenstein Castle loop from Reutlingen West

2. Kalkofensteige Climb – Lichtenstein Castle loop from Dußlingen

3. View of Lichtenstein Castle – Kalkofensteige Climb loop from Pfullingen

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