On the Michelsberg there is a war horse memorial from the two world wars and a pavilion on the site of the former chapel. The war victims memorial was built through donations from the city's citizens and was unveiled in August 1924. The peace staircase leads up 241 steps to the Michelsberg. Well worth the climb, great view.

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Thorsten | Laufend-Glücklich Blog

January 14, 2019

Together with the peace staircase, which leads to the monument, part of a beautifully situated complex with admonishing character

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JakobusPilger

September 22, 2021

Such cenotaphs or war memorials are still very important today as a memorial to the many dead. "Now you, O Lord, let your servant depart in peace, as you said..." says the so-called "Song of Simeon" (Gospel of Luke chapter 2, verse 29). However, the people who are remembered here did not die in peace, but rather became victims of war and tyranny.
Many places and monuments that you encounter along the way are a testament to the horror of war and tyranny - which is still significant and relevant today. They all have, and this is new for each generation, two essential functions:
-1- Commemorate and remember the victims
-2- Call for the preservation of peace

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