The Devil's Bridge (Teufelsbrücke) - Wegscheid, Austria - photos
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The Devil's Bridge, Teufelsbrücke in German, is located just ten kilometers from the city of Mariazell, near the Klettersteigpark Spielmäuer via ferrata park. From the top of the via ferrata park, it is worth taking a detour to the Devil's Bridge, which is located near the starting point of the descent path.
According to the legend, long ago, every year, during the solstice, the devil appeared on the narrow rock. He enticed the local peasants and servants with a bet. He promised eternal kingdom to anyone who dared to cross the narrow ledge, and reach the other end of the rock. However, anyone who fell down, would go straight to hell, and serve the devil there forever.
A young lad, however, with nails in the soles of his shoes, was able to successfully complete the task. Despite the devil causing rain and storms, to ensure his victory, the lad triumphed, and went home rich. In his anger, the devil struck his head against the rock, creating a huge hole in it.
According to the legend, long ago, every year, during the solstice, the devil appeared on the narrow rock. He enticed the local peasants and servants with a bet. He promised eternal kingdom to anyone who dared to cross the narrow ledge, and reach the other end of the rock. However, anyone who fell down, would go straight to hell, and serve the devil there forever.
A young lad, however, with nails in the soles of his shoes, was able to successfully complete the task. Despite the devil causing rain and storms, to ensure his victory, the lad triumphed, and went home rich. In his anger, the devil struck his head against the rock, creating a huge hole in it.
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