Heidelberg Tun

Heidelberg Tun[Konwledge of Wine]

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Heidelberg_Tun The Heidelberg Tun (known in German as the Grosses Fass) is an extremely large wine vat contained within the cellars of Heidelberg Castle. It has a capacity of approximately 220,017 litres (58,124 gallons). It was made in 1751 of oak from reputedly 130 trees. It has only rarely been used. A dance floor was constructed on top of the tun. It is now a popular tourist attraction in Heidelberg.The Tun is referenced in Jules Verne's novel ''Five Weeks in a Balloon'', Washington Irving in ''The Specter Bridegroom'', Mary Hazelton Wade's ''Bertha'' and by Mark Twain in ''A Tramp Abroad''. It can also be found in Herman Melville's "Moby Dick". quote Wikipedia - Article - History - License:GFDL

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