Wetzstein

#1663 among destinations in Germany

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Wetzstein is a mountain of southeastern Thuringia, Germany, part of the Thuringian Highland. It is located south of Lehesten. In 2004 the Altvaterturm was built on the summit, as a replica of the tower that stood on the mountain Praděd until 1959. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 2598 ftCoordinates: 50°27'0"N, 11°27'20"E

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ThuringiaGermany

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Wetzstein – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gedenkstätte Laura, Wurzbach.

2.9 miN
Museum
Gedenkstätte Laura
74 min walk • The Laura subcamp was a subcamp of the Buchenwald concentration camp near Lehesten. The remains of the camp are now a cultural monument and form a memorial to victims of National Socialism.
3.7 miE
Locality
Wurzbach
94 min walk • For those interested in history and culture, Wurzbach has plenty to offer. The town is home to several well-preserved historical buildings, including the impressive Wurzbach Castle, which dates back to the 12th century. Visitors can wander through the cobblestone...