Observation Decks & Towers in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany 2023

Most reviewed Observation Decks & Towers in Baden-Wurttemberg

4.0 Fernsehturm Stuttgart (1.170 reviews)
- Motorhome night stop, bar, beers, food, views
Friday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

The world's very first television tower is to be found in Stuttgart. For more than 60 years now the 217-metre-high tower has defied wind and weather. When building commenced, many of Stuttgart's inhabitants were doubtful as to whether the first ever tower to be constructed from reinforced concrete would hold. After a construction period lasting 20 months, the Stuttgart Television Tower was inaugurated on 5th February 1956. It became a prototype that was imitated and refined all over the world – from Frankfurt and Dortmund to Johannesburg and Wuhan in China. See more..
4.5 Hasenhorn Coaster Todtnau (507 reviews)
- 10 minute ride for 10 euros
Friday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Observation Decks & Towers

Absolutely worth it! For 10 euro's you can buy a ticket for the chairlift up and the Rodelbahn down. The ride up offers a nice view over Todtnau, the black forrest and the coaster which is waiting for you. The coaster and cart are firmly built and very safe with seatbelts and automatic breaks when you get to close to the slower one ahead of you. Strava told me that the coaster was 2,8km long and it was a 10 minute ride which includes a photo section. When you visit in the morning shortly after opening you have a short waiting line. In the afternoon the waiting lines are much longer, up to 45 minutes. Still totally worth it! See more..
4.5 Heiligenberg (335 reviews)
- One of the most beautiful places Ive seen
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Historic Sites • Observation Decks & Towers

Surprising to me, this is one of the prettiest cities Ive ever visited, it is the epitomy of "quaint" it looks like something out of a German movie set. A quiet lazy river runs right through the center of Heildelberg, and the cities rises up on each side of the river creating a steep valley to the center of town. There was some cute shopping not too touristy though, some very good pubs with above averagetypical pub fare. The poeople were very friendly and the city is so clean and safe. Dont for get to visit the castle! See more..
4.0 Thyssen-Krupp-Aufzugstestturm (146 reviews)
- Spectactularly scenic surprise
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Observation Decks & Towers

The Thyssen-Krupp-Aufzugstestturm - a lift test tower - arises from the German countryside outside Rottweil like a huge screw emerging from the earth. The building houses a number of lift shafts that are used to test lift technology and includes a viewing platform which is @ 220m up. Very modest cost to enter and the views are amazing. Unusual external design is to manage winds around the building and gives it s avery unique appearance. Easily accessed off the autobahn south of Stuttgart and well worth a visit. See more..
4.0 Fernmeldeturm Mannheim (117 reviews)
- Great afternoon weekend place
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

For as little as €5 you get a great view of the Rhein-Neckar area from the above. The observation room is equipped with multiple pictures with the towns around pinned down on them to give a better grip on where they actually are. It is a very good spot to visit on a sunny afternoon weekend. See more..
4.0 Lotharpfad (92 reviews)
- The power of nature is unfathomable
Spent 1-2 hours Observation Decks & Towers

We heard about the storm and as we were in the Black Forest, it seemed only natural to view first hand the powers of nature. We were astonished to find the amount of destruction caused by the storm in 1999 in the once fully fledged forest. The storm flattened everything it swept across, toppling small tress and giant one. So sad to see a large tree, roots pointing upwards to the sky. The area has been made accessible to the public in a very clever, natural and aesthetic manner by the authorities. There are small bridges, paths, steps, maps, land lookout posts-all constructed out of...wood of course. Trails guides stating distances along trails from short walks to longer. We were very impressed. Impressive too is the way nature is reliving and overcoming the disaster by the natural process of self renewal. VERY MUCH RECOMMENDED. See more..
4.5 Ellbachsee Aussichtsplattform (78 reviews)
- You have to visit this for the amazing view!
Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Top viewpoint of our trip and we were lucky to have the place to ourselves. Park at kniebishutte, go to the loo there, grab a map from the information centre and then head to the platform. It’s a short walk to the platform and the view is gorgeous. You overlook Ellbachsee lake. We walked down to it - about an hour very steep and uneven path or you can take the longer smooth road. It was a fun walk. We had a picnic by the lake and then the steep descent to the car. It was hard work but was only about 4o mins. Well worth it See more..
4.0 Mettnau-Turm (45 reviews)
- Offers you a nice view of Lake Constance and the natural reserve
Observation Decks & Towers

The walk to the Mettnau-Turm takes you by Lake Constance, by houses and through the forest. When I walked here it wasn't as touristy as the town even tough it isn't far from the city center. While walking you don't get the feeling that you are on a peninsula, so when you go up the tower, the view offers a great overview of the area. The natural reserve and lake Constance just look stunning. See more..
4.5 Riesenbühlturm in Schluchsee (38 reviews)
- Nice view
Spent 1-2 hours Observation Decks & Towers

Nice panorama overlooking the Schluchsee area. Personally, I would say it’s better than Feldberg which is not so far away See more..
4.0 Rheintorturm (37 reviews)
- One of the landmarks from Konstanz
Friday: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

This tower, together with the Rhine Gate Tower and another one, are the 3 medieval defense tower that were preserved in Konstanz. This one was built in 1321 and it was used as a towns´s prison, specially after the Council of Konstanz has finished, when the King imprisoned many people here in order to have them paying to be released and pay his debts with that money. A place full of history, nice to visit with a nice walk along the river Rhine. See more..
4.5 Stoecklewaldturm (35 reviews)
- Wide forest view, lovely walks to and from it.
Spent 2-3 hours Observation Decks & Towers

Stöcklewaldturm is located between Furtwangen, St Georgen and Schönwald, in the forest. The tower rises above the trees, and gives you a wide view over the surrounding area, mostly forest. Miles and miles of forested ridges, with some patches of open land in between. You can also spot some of the surrounding villages. It costs 1 Euro to mount the tower, and it is worth paying that. There is a mountain Gasthof attached to the tower, with a somewhat limited, but welcome, selection of food. There are benches and tables outside if you prefer to have your lunch out of doors. It seems to be popular with walkers and cyclists. There is actually a road so that you can drive there also. It's an obvious goal for walks. For example from Schönwald, about 7 km away. There are several ways to walk to Schönwald, making a nice roundtrip possible. The walk past neighbouring Hubertuskapelle and the Gutach source, through the Gutach valley, to Schönwald is lovely, through meadows, and past some typical Schwarzwald farms. See more..
4.5 Schonbuchturm (30 reviews)
- Must visit
Observation Decks & Towers

Went there yesterday, a short bus trip and amazing views. Actually unbelievably stunning views of Herrenberg. See more..
4.5 Eichbergturm, Emmendingen (22 reviews)
- Phantastic viewpoint
Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

Phantastic viewpoint at Black Forest, and the Rhine valley with Kaiserstuhl and the Vosgues behind. 20 min uphill from Emmendingen city. See more..
4.5 Buchkopfturm Oppenau (18 reviews)
- Very good view.
Spent < 1 hour Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Very nice to visit. Also in autumn or what is known as bad weather. Did visit with low cloud base and fog in the valley, it was beautiful. See more..
4.0 Schelztorturm (16 reviews)
- For Goodness Sake, Don't Fall!
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

What's this...one of the Walenda family members? No, this is the Schelztor Gate Tower from the 13th century. It is now one of three remaining gate towers in Esslingen with the sculpture of the Skywalker. This only takes a few minutes to see so why not visit it while exploring this amazing city. See more..
4.5 Gehrenbergturm (14 reviews)
- Great view on a sunny day
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers • Scenic Walking Areas

Not for people who are scared of heights. On a sunny day you have a fantastic view over the lake and the Alps See more..
4.0 Friedrichsturm (12 reviews)
- Worth the visit for the views
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

We included this tower as part of our trip in the Bahnle tourist bus trip to Kienberg. The tower was open and free and as the weather was great we enjoyed the views. If in the area you can't miss the opportunity as this is one of the least strenuous towers to get up! Then the stroll back down to town also includes many views. See more..
4.0 Katharinenlindenturm (10 reviews)
- Башня
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Катариненлиндентурм хорошее место для небольшой прогулки на свежем воздухе, тишина, спокойствие, природа. See more..
4.5 Aussichtsturm Dürrenmettstetten (9 reviews)
- Besuch auf dem Turm
Spent < 1 hour Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Ist immer 1 Reise wert.
Tolle Aussicht. Man kann gut parken.
Das Blockhaus vor dem Turm ist auch sehr schön.

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4.5 Brendturm (8 reviews)
- Fantastic view south and west
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

Brend tower is about 20m high and there is a fantastic view of rolling hills and valleys all the way to Feldberg and Simonswald. This was the best view I had all day hiking from Triberg to Furtwangen, along part of the Westweg long distance trail. There are plenty of seats around the tower for a break, or just sit on the grass, and the view is almost as good. See more..
4.5 Berblinger Turm (7 reviews)
- Tower at the Danubes riverside with a slightly tilted view
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Gives you a great view over the danube. The tower is slightly tilted an shakes a little bit, to give you the feeling of the Tailor of Ulm during it's flight See more..
4.5 Hünersedelturm (6 reviews)
- Belle randonnée balade
Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

Superbe ballade randonnée en forêt noire. Nature préservée, calme, apaisante. Top! Nous y retournerons sans hésiter ! See more..
4.5 Waldhornturm (6 reviews)
- Besigheim
Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

Buraya hayran kaldık. Çok güzel bir yer. Tarihi eski şehir olarak geçiyor. Gerçekten tarih kokuyor. Mutlaka görmelisiniz. See more..
4.0 Roter Turm (6 reviews)
- Roter Turm mit Stadtmauergang (gute Aussicht!!!) und Nürnberger Türmchen
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

Roter Turm mit Stadtmauergang und Nürnberger Türmchen sind sehenswert, vor allem wegen der guten Aussicht, Notfalls letzte Zuflucht des Burgherren See more..
4.0 Feldbergturm (6 reviews)
- Nice view to the Swiss Alphs
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

Very nice view to the Swiss Alphs. Also suitable for young children. It is possible to walk, but the ski lift is faster and less tiring. See more..
4.5 Kinzelmann-Turm (5 reviews)
- Great view - for free!
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Today the weather forecast promised a sunny day and so I got up early to see the sunrise from the top of Kinzelmann tower. Well, I was too late to see the sun come up on the horizon, but I still had a beautiful early morning experience. It is not the big sensation, but a nice pass time on a sunny day The tower is located on the “Schiller-Höhe”, a hill to the west of the town center of Bad Saulgau, dedicated to the great German poet Friedrich Schiller (Ode an die Freude). The Kinzelmann tower was built recently, in 2016 and there are no signs yet, telling you where it is until you stand in front of it. It is 25 meters high. If you come from the town center, take the staircase that begins next to the level crossing on Schillerstrasse. Follow the red and white sign that says: “Thermalbad”. No car parking available here! Or drive to the parking lot next to “Schiller Garten”, a café and restaurant on the other end of the “Schiller-Höhe”. From there you can see the tower 100 meters away. Next to the parking lot is a playground for children. That means the Schiller-Höhe has it all for a nice and inexpensive family time afternoon: Have a minute of culture at the Schiller memorial, a tower climb with a great view, play-time for kids plus food at the Cafe Schillergarten. See more..
4.0 Hochkopfturm (5 reviews)
- Schönes Wanderziel
Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

Über den Panoramaweg ab dem Restaurant Auerhahn kommt man am Hochkopf heraus. Leider hat der Nebel uns die Sicht versperrt, der Weg führt jedoch über Wiesen, Felder, Waldwege, mal steiler, mal eben zurück zum Ausgangspunkt und ist mit seinen 2 Stunden Wanderdauer wirklich gut wanderbar. See more..
4.5 Schloss Ortenberg (4 reviews)
- Attention aux horaires d’ouverture de la tour.
Friday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles • Observation Decks & Towers

L’accès à la tour était fermé. Il n’est possible que d’avril à octobre de 9h a 18h. L’info n’était pas directement visible sur le site. See more..
4.5 Vogteiturm (4 reviews)
- Sightseeing in Lossburg.
Spent 1-2 hours Observation Decks & Towers

This is an impressive tower who is located just on the outside border of the village of Lossburg and who has been made made out of untreated Douglas fir, the tower was created on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Lossburg local group in 2002. You are in need to made over 172 steps in galvanized steel to reach the platform who is at a height of 31 meters. If the weather is good, you can enjoy a great view from up here far beyond Lossburg to the Zollernalb. At some distance of the tower you have a car-park in the “Sandwiesenstraße-Masselstraße”. The tower is open on a daily base and the entreee is free of charge. See more..
5.0 Mehlsack (4 reviews)
- Beautiful view over the city
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Ravensburg ist die "Stadt der Türme und Tore". Das Wahrzeichen Ravensburgs ist der strahlend weiße Mehlsack. Er lädt in den Sommermonaten zum fantastischen Ausblick über die Stadtmauern hinaus bis zum Bodensee und zum Säntis ein. See more..
5.0 Aussichtsplateau Veitsburg (4 reviews)
- Bester Blick
Spent < 1 hour Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Das Aussichtsplateau Veitsburg ist ein idealer Aussichtspunkt hoch über der Stadt Ravensburg. Von der Altstadt führen zwei idyllische Spazierwege auf die Anhöhe. See more..
4.5 Obertorturm (4 reviews)
- Torre di guardia.
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Observation Decks & Towers

Girando per il centro del paese ci si può imbattere in questa bella torre di guardia che serviva da accesso alla cittadina, ben tenuta, massiccia ma piacevole, merita qualche foto di passaggio. See more..
4.5 Hachelturm (4 reviews)
- Süßer Turm, toller Ausblick
Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

Die Lage des Turms ist wunderschön. Parkplätze vorhanden. Turm kann besichtigt werden, dazu ist ein Schlüssel beim Turmpaten (Blumenladen nahe Friedhof ) hinterlegt. Beim Turm befindet sich ein kleiner Park.
Rollstuhl/ Kinderwagen freundlich aber nur für relativ schmale Exemplare geeignet da der Weg recht schmal ist.

Fazit: kleiner gelungener Abstecher mit großartigem Ausblick See more..
4.5 Turm Hohenbodman (3 reviews)
- Grandiose Aussicht über den Überlinger See und den Linzgau
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

Nach erklimmen der 136 Stufen hat man eine grandiose Aussicht über den Überlinger See, den Linzgau und bei guter Fernsicht bis zu den Alpen. Eine Fernglas mit eingravierten Wegmarken erleichtert einem die Orientierung. Am Turm befinden sich Rastplätze und eine Schutzhütte. Der Turm kostet keinen Eintritt. Er liegt abseits der Touristenpfade und ist wenig frequentiert. Ein lohnender Abstecher. See more..
4.0 Schütteturm (3 reviews)
- Schöne Aussicht
Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

Wunderschöne Aussicht bis in die weite Ferne und ins Dorf. Wir waren auf dem Campingplatz. Von dort ist es nicht so weit
Wunderschöne Aussicht bis in die weite Ferne und ins Dorf. Wir waren auf dem Campingplatz. Von dort ist es nicht so weit See more..
4.5 Lindleinturm Museum (3 reviews)
- Ein Muss für jeden Creglingen-Besucher
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Observation Decks & Towers

Der Turm zeigt authentisch die Lebensverhältnisse der Margarethe Böttcher. Man kann den Besuch dieses Turms nur empfehlen; leider wird er von der Stadt zu wenig beworben bzw. ist er zu wenig bekannt.
Der Turm zeigt authentisch die Lebensverhältnisse der Margarethe Böttcher. Man kann den Besuch dieses Turms nur empfehlen; leider wird er von der Stadt zu wenig beworben bzw. ist er zu wenig bekannt. See more..
2.5 Himmelsglück (3 reviews)
- Toller Turm mit Aufzug, aber sehr teurer Spaß?
Observation Decks & Towers

Einzeleintritt 7,50€, Familienticket 22€ - für das Geld kann man sicher länger anhaltendes Vergnügen finden… Der Turm ist sehr solide und recht neu, aber der Preis ist unserer Meinung nach zu hoch! See more..
4.5 Romerturm (3 reviews)
- Schöner Aussichtspunkt
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

Sehr schön gelegen am höchsten Punkt in Haigerloch. Leider wegen Corinna geschlossen. Der Weg zum Turm lohnt sich trotzdem, weil das Städtchen mit wunderschönen, alten Häusern aufwarten kann. Der Blick zum Schloss, auf den Wasserfall und die herrliche Umgebung sind sehenswert und der Weg durch das schöne Städtchen lohnt immer.
Sehr schön gelegen am höchsten Punkt in Haigerloch. Leider wegen Corinna geschlossen. Der Weg zum Turm lohnt sich trotzdem, weil das Städtchen mit wunderschönen, alten Häusern aufwarten kann. Der Blick zum Schloss, auf den Wasserfall und die herrliche Umgebung sind sehenswert und der Weg durch das schöne Städtchen lohnt immer. See more..
3.0 Haspelturm (3 reviews)
- Schön anzusehen
Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

Ein schöner Turm, nahe dem Lindenplatz, der früher als Gefängnis diente. Schön anzusehen und harmonisch im Stadtbild aber leider nicht zu besichtigen.
Ein schöner Turm, nahe dem Lindenplatz, der früher als Gefängnis diente. Schön anzusehen und harmonisch im Stadtbild aber leider nicht zu besichtigen. See more..
4.5 Gigelturm (3 reviews)
- Gigel Tower
Observation Decks & Towers

On the top of the Gigelberg hill, as part of the old remains of the fortification wall, resides the Gigel tower (“Gigelturm”). It is located just 100 meters from the White Tower (“Weisser Turm”). It is an ideal destination of a round tour from the city center. On your way to the White Tower you can cross the beautiful Weberberg district, which ends near the White Tower. From there you walk up the gentle slope and cross the moat (“Hirschgraben”) via the bridge. After entering the gate you are standing in the middle of the two towers, on a viewpoint or lookout called “Schillerhöhe”, with the historic city center and the Weberberg district at your feet. Here the White Tower is on your right and Gigel Tower on your left. Now you can choose from two ways down, back into the city center. Note that the top of the “Gigelturm” can be visited only as part of a guided tour. See more..
5.0 Blaserturm (3 reviews)
- Schöner Turm - schöne Aussicht
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

Ravensburg ist bekannt als die "Stadt der Türme und Tore". Der Blaserturm im historischen Zentrum lädt von April bis Oktober zum fantastischen Ausblick über die Stadt ein. An manchen Tagen können Sie bis zum Bodensee und zum Säntis schauen! See more..
4.0 Goetzenturm (3 reviews)
- A big surprise while walking to the Park. A great pub and Tower next to it. Worth it !
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

Worth to check it for sure. While having a walk to park or near river you should stop there. Not sure if you can enter inside to see the view from top but that would be Epic! All in all worth to go there. There is a bridge with locks next to it. Nice punkt. See more..
3.5 Der Aussichtsturm Himmelsstürmer (3 reviews)
- Dieser Turm liegt im "Himmelsgarten" .........
Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

.............natürlich nicht im echten Himmelsgarten, denn den sucht man immer noch, aber im Landschaftspark Wetzgau 1 findet man den Turm auf dem Navi.
Hier haben sich die Architekten etwas Besonderes ausgedacht, was in früheren Zeiten nicht möglich war, ist in diesem Turm Realität.

Eine Holzkonstruktion auf Betonfundament ist in der Gestalt und Statik mit unglaublich schönen Ausblicken ein Vorzeigeprojekt geworden.
Man kann diesen Turm besteigen, nur müssen 209 Stufen und 39 Höhenmeter überwunden werden.
Von oben sieht man auf die Dreikaiserberge und auf die Stadt.

Der Turm ist jedoch nur von April bis Anfang November, täglich von 10°° Uhr bis 21°° Uhr geöffnet. See more..
4.5 Rothaus-Zaepfle-Turm (2 reviews)
- Super Aussicht
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

Ein aufstieg der sich lohnt ... wunderschöner Ausblick auf die Alpen wenn das Wetter klar ist
Empfehlenswert für die ganze Familie See more..
5.0 Hirschkopfturm (2 reviews)
- Awesome hike and view!
Spent 1-2 hours Observation Decks & Towers
I was staying at a nearby hotel looking for an afternoon workout and came across this gem. It's about a 500-600 ft. climb and descent, but you are rewarded with 360 degree hill top views of the the region, and a scenic hike through the forest along the way. I saw no one else during my ascent and descent. Well worth the trip for the views! Multiple hiking paths, and even a few roads that will get you close. See more..
3.5 Hochturm Rottweil (2 reviews)
- Schöne Aussicht :)
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Observation Decks & Towers

Also ich weiß nicht, was das für eine Bewertung sein soll, wenn man nicht mal oben war. Es wird nun mal restauriert und renoviert. Da kommt man nicht rum bei so historischen Gebäuden. Den Schlüssel kann man übrigens auch ohne Anmeldung ausleihen. Wüsste nicht, wo das Problem ist. Wenn ich Besuch von weiter weg bekomme, besteigen wir diesen Turm und es hat sich jedes mal gelohnt. Schaut euch das ganze bitte erstmal richtig an, bevor ihr euch von so einer oberflächlichen Bewertung beeinflussen lasst. Viel Spaß! :) See more..
4.0 Johannisturm (2 reviews)
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Observation Decks & Towers • Religious Sites

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4.0 Hafenmarktturm (2 reviews)
- UN LIEU DE PASSAGE
Spent < 1 hour Observation Decks & Towers

Il s'agit d'une tour offrant un passage entre deux petites places. Rien de très original si l'on excepte les oeuvres d'art au pied de la tour. L'environnement est très agréable avec de nombreux bars et de petits restaurants. See more..
3.0 Burgruine Waldau (1 review)
Ancient Ruins • Castles • Observation Decks & Towers

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5.0 Geigerskopfturm (1 review)
- Schöner Turm mit grandioser Aussicht
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Observation Decks & Towers

Der Geigerskopfturm befindet sich oberhalb von Bottenau und stellt ein wunderbares Ziel für eine Wanderung dar. Man kann gut am Parkplatz der Brandstetter Kapelle parken und von hier aus zum Aussichtsturm laufen.

Vom Geigerskopfturm hat man eine tolle Aussicht auf den Schwarzwald und die Burg Staufenberg.
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