10 Euro of Austria 2010 Ag BU - Charlemagne in Untersberg

The Mount Untersberg, renowned for its ancient legends, is the backdrop for captivating tales where figures like Emperor Frederick Barbarossa or Charlemagne are said to slumber within the mountain, awaiting their awakening. According to legend, Barbarossa sleeps with his beard growing around a table, a sign foretelling the end of the world when it completes three loops. The "Untersberger Mandln," dwarf-like creatures, are believed to watch over these slumbering figures. These narratives skillfully blend history and imagination, adding an aura of mystery to the caves and the Wild Hunt surrounding the mountain. These legends persist, transcending cultural borders and still enchanting those drawn to the mythological richness of Untersberg.