Greifenstein

Greifenstein is a locality in , , . Greifenstein is situated nearby to the area , as well as near the village .

Places of Interest

Highlights include Burgruine Greifenstein and Hülfensberg.

Castle
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is a castle.

Peak
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The is a 448 m high, heavily wooded mountain in the municipality in the , , . The mountain has been a pilgrimage site since the late Middle Ages, and on its summit are a church containing a 12th-century crucifix, a Franciscan friary, a chapel dedicated to Saint Boniface, and a large free-standing cross. is situated 3 km east of Greifenstein.

Church
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Places in the Area

Nearby places include Großtöpfer and Kella.

Village
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is a village.

Village
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is a municipality in the district of in , . is situated 2½ km west of Greifenstein.

Village
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is a municipality in the district of in , . is situated 2½ km northwest of Greifenstein.

Greifenstein

Latitude
51.22663° or 51° 13′ 36″ north
Longitude
10.11628° or 10° 6′ 59″ east
Elevation
335 metres (1,099 feet)
Open location code
9F3G64G8+MG
Geo­Names ID
2917792
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