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High on a hill overlooking Kassel, stands the Gedenkkreuz Cross. This isn’t just any cross. The Gedenkkreuz Cross holds a unique piece of Kassel’s history. Erected in 1933, the Gedenkkreuz Cross serves as a memorial. It commemorates the members of the Hiking Association of the Habichtswald (HWGV) who lost their lives. This towering wooden cross reaches a height of 12 meters. It stands as a silent testament to their memory. The Gedenkkreuz Cross offers a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. It’s a place for quiet reflection. A place to remember those who are gone.

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