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From all four sides, steep paths with a few interconnections (one being a sloped tunnel) lead up to the top plateau. Delivery vehicle traffic is possible from
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is a café with views over the old town. Additionally, on the western side of the
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was completed. The slide is constructed out of large tubular metal pieces and winds around the elevator. The slide rises 64 metres (210 ft) and is 170 metres (560 ft) long. A ride takes approximately 40 seconds and costs up to €7,80.
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is a recognisable icon for the city, and is unusual in that the clock's hands have opposite roles to the common notion, with the larger one marking hours while the smaller is for minutes. The
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