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The Königstein Fortress was first meantioned in a document of 1241. It has been a medieval castle, later a monastery and finally a fortress. In the 16th century it became a state prison and in the following centuries it saw kings and emperors like August the Strong, Tsar Peter I. and Napoleon. The fortress is situated on a tabel mount in a height of 361m (1184 ft). From the walls of the fortress you have a fantastic view of the Elbsandsteingebirge (Elbe Sandstone Mountains). It is an ideal point for both lovers of military history and nature.
It takes you at least one day to explore all sites and exhibitions. I did not have so much time and I had to skip some very interesting exhibitions, like the one about the history of weapons or the residences of the kings.
For more info please visit following very informative website:
http://www.festung-koenigstein.de/
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As you have to climb a lot you need good walking shoes. You better purchase everything you may need in advance as... more travel advice
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As long as the Autobahn 17 has not been build the best way to get to Königstein is via federal road 172. Just leave... more travel advice
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Whereever you are in the fortress you find barracks or armories. the one on the photo was constructed in 1880 as the... more travel advice
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The fortress is an ideal place for people interested in military history. This cannon is located at 'Crane's Plateau'.... more travel advice
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Written May 21, 2003
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an interesting place & great pics, Christian ! Elbsandstein-gebirge holds plenty of great treasures !
Looks nice place to visit!!Christian I wish you Merry Christmas and a Happy Travelyear!!With much new photos!!Where do you go??We thinking over Praag and Germany..Berlin??we see..
What a beautiful place for a dixieland festival! I'm sure to visit that castle one day!
:-)))) so ist das besser, wunderschoene Seite Christian, gute infos und Klasse Bilder
Castle and Dixieland music - sounds like a wonderful daytrip! Great page once again, Christian!