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Outposts of Power: The Strange History of Countries Owning Territory Inside Others

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20. Jungholz (Austria in Germany)

20. Jungholz (Austria in Germany)
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Jungholz is an Austrian village surrounded on nearly all sides by Germany, connected to Austria itself by only a single geographic point—known as a quadripoint. This striking arrangement stems from complex medieval land deals and remains a geographical curiosity. Today, Jungholz’s unusual position attracts both geographers and curious travelers, serving as a vivid reminder of how historic agreements can create lasting and unique border situations in modern Europe.

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