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Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Königstein Fortress

Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Saxon Switzerland

Königstein Fortress

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Königstein Fortress

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

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Juergen

August 7, 2023

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A monstrous and fearsome fortress that has never been conquered. It is one of the largest fortifications in Europe.

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Claudia Brunn

June 2, 2025

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From the Königstein village path at the Königsstein, a steep climb (16% gradient) over old cobblestones is not possible due to the risk of slipping. Going down is life-threatening! We pushed our bikes up. Even hikers fell in front of us. Do not ride here under any circumstances.

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Elevation 130 m

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Saturday 23 May

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