Upper Franconia
Hof
Zell, Markt

Waagstein

Waagstein is a stone in , , . Waagstein is situated nearby to the chapel , as well as near the scenic viewpoint .
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Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Großer Waldstein and Waldsteingipfel.

Peak
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The is part of the Waldstein range in the of Germany. It is known primarily for its rock formations caused by spheroidal weathering, its ruined castles and the only remaining bear trap in the region.

Nature reserve
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is a nature reserve.

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The , also called the Red Castle is a ruined castle on the summit of the in the of . It is also known as the Westburg to distinguish it from the older ruins of the . is situated 240 metres west of Waagstein.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Ruppertsgrün and Zell im Fichtelgebirge.

Village
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is a village.

Village
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, formerly Zell is a market town in the in in . is situated 2½ km west of Waagstein.

Village
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is a village, which is situated 4 km south of Waagstein.

Waagstein

Latitude
50.12885° or 50° 7′ 44″ north
Longitude
11.85575° or 11° 51′ 21″ east
Open location code
9F2H4VH4+G8
Open­Street­Map ID
node 4961855276
Open­Street­Map feature
natural=­stone
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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Kapelle and Schüssel.

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