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Bismarck Tower Taufstein

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Bismarck Tower Taufstein

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Blockfelder am Taufstein

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  • Location: Schotten, Vogelsbergkreis, Gießen District, Hesse, Germany

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    January 30, 2023

    Hiking

    The Bismarck Tower was built in 1910 as an observation tower. The structure was built from blue basalt and stands on the highest elevation of the Vogelsberg volcanic region. Unfortunately, the tower is currently not accessible because its supports are rusty and the masonry is dilapidated. A major refurbishment is required before you can climb back up and admire the gorgeous panorama.
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    June 11, 2018

    Hiking

    At 773 meters, the baptismal font is the highest mountain in the Hoher Vogelsberg...
    A few million years ago the baptismal font was a few meters higher, but the ravages of time gnawed at it. The block heap that has been created since then is all the more beautiful. The mighty boulders and rock formations can be seen very nicely on the northern and western slopes.
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    May 24, 2024

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    From the looks of things, the tower seems to have been left to its own devices... if something doesn't happen soon, it will be demolished... which would be a real shame
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    Elevation 770 m

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    Location: Schotten, Vogelsbergkreis, Gießen District, Hesse, Germany

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