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Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Pirna

Sonnenstein Castle

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Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Pirna

Sonnenstein Castle

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Sonnenstein Castle

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    September 28, 2020

    Hiking

    Sonnenstein Castle is well preserved and located above the old town. The fortress secured the routes from Stolpen to Prague and from Königstein to Meißen. Since December 2011, the castle has been the administrative headquarters of the Saxon Switzerland-Eastern Ore Mountains district. The white tower is striking and can be seen from afar.
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    June 19, 2020

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    The castle complex was first mentioned in the 13th century. After destruction and fires in the 15th century, the complex was rebuilt, with a castle being built in the middle …
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    March 11, 2023

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    Memorial for the victims of National Socialist euthanasia crimes in 1940/1941 on the Sonnenstein.

    Since 2008, the former Sonnenstein fortress, which had already had an eventful history, has been made …
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    Elevation 190 m

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    Location: Pirna, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany

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