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Oberreintalschrofen | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,523 m (8,278 ft) |
Coordinates | 47°23′44″N11°6′16″E / 47.39556°N 11.10444°E Coordinates: 47°23′44″N11°6′16″E / 47.39556°N 11.10444°E |
Geography | |
Location | Bavaria, Germany and Tyrol, Austria |
Parent range | Northern Limestone Alps |
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