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Nördlingen, a town in a space hole evened by diamonds

A sparkling gem of a destination!

Nördlingen, a town in a space hole evened by diamonds
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30/05/2025 14:45 ‧ 1 day ago | StarsInsider

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On any given day, exploring Nördlingen is a hugely rewarding experience. This wonderfully preserved medieval town is one of the most compelling visitor attractions in the German state of Bavaria. But did you know that Nördlingen actually sits within an ancient asteroid crater? Furthermore, clusters of diamonds pepper most of its stone buildings. Unbelievable as this sounds, this is no fairy tale: it's what makes Nördlingen quite unique!

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