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Hiking : ehem. US-Beobachtungsstellung

Germany Bavaria Landkreis Rhön-Grabfeld

This hiking route takes you through a beautiful area with stunning views and historical landmarks. The route is a round trip with a total distance of 1.875 kilometers and an elevation gain of 33 meters, making it super easy in terms of difficulty.

You will start your hike at a parking area at the beginning of the trail. As you make your way along the path, you will come across the former US observation point, which is a great viewpoint to take in the scenic surroundings. This landmark is located approximately 0.94 kilometers from the start of the trail.

Along the route, you will also encounter informative signs such as "Escape with the sweeping vehicle" and "The US observation point Kehrspitze 1945-1989". These signs provide interesting historical information about the area and are located at various points along the trail.

As you reach the midway point of the hike, you will come across an informative sign detailing "The border crossing point and the opening of the border on 9.11.1989". This historical site is located approximately 0.7 kilometers from the start of the trail.

Before embarking on this hike, make sure to bring plenty of water and check the weather forecast, as conditions can change quickly. Enjoy the scenic views and immerse yourself in the history of the former US observation point along this leisurely hiking route.