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Aussichtskanzel

viewing pulpit, overlook platform

noun OWS-zikhts-kahn-tsel Rare
Travel & Places Landmarks

Also means

elevated observation point with a railing

Usage Note

Aussichtskanzel is a small elevated platform, often on a cliff or tower, designed specifically for panoramic views. The word Kanzel (pulpit) conveys the sense of a projecting ledge that frames the view dramatically.

Examples

"Von der Aussichtskanzel an der Felsspitze reichte der Blick bis in drei Bundesländer."

Natural Translation

From the viewpoint at the rock summit the view stretched into three federal states.

Literal Translation

From the viewing pulpit at the rock tip reached the view into three federal states.

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