Area 1

This former nuclear weapon storage facility is now a public park with a self-guided tour

Area 1 Watchtower

Distance from K-Town: 60 Minutes

Tags: Biking, Cold War, Forgotten Places, History

Region: Wasgau

The Story:

This mysterious complex, hidden deep in the woods, once stored all manner of apocalyptic weapons from nuclear bombs to chemical weapons (allegedly). It was a geographically separated facility which was part of the Pirmasens Military Community and operated from 1956 until its closure in 1991. Nuclear artillery shells and Pershing missiles were stored here in 92 hardened bunkers. Walk the 44 km of paved access roads and tour the old buildings. A history buff will love it!

During the early days of the Cold War, many forward munition storage facilities were sprinkled throughout the Palatinate Forest in an attempt to spread out weapon storage in the event the Cold War turned hot. These facilities still can be found, many of them off limits, some repurposed and some turned into open-air museums. The former site outside of the village of Clausen is a great example of these relics being put to good use.

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