Rother Ochsen

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Rother Ochsen
Native name
Gasthaus Roter Ochsen
Industry Restaurant
Founded 1446
Headquarters Rathausplatz 9, 8260 Stein am Rhein , Switzerland
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Rother Ochsen

Rother Ochsen is the oldest tavern in the historic center of Stein am Rhein, Switzerland founded in 1446. [1] It is considered one of the most beautiful wine cellars in Switzerland and the facade is decorated with paintings. [2]

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References

  1. ↑ "Rothen Ochsen Weinstube - Stein am Rhein" (in German). Retrieved 24 February 2017.
  2. ↑ "Rothen Ochsen Stein am Rhein" . Retrieved 24 February 2017.
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