Altstadt in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Torturm
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Gate Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
1. Torturm / Gate Tower Marker
1531-41 erbaut. 40m hoher Turm mit Uhr zur Sicherung des Hauptzugangs, im Untergeschoss das Burgverlies, in den oberen Geschossen Zugvorrichtung des Fallgitters und Räume zur Verteidigung sowie die Wohnung des Turmwächters. Ursprüngliches Dach 1689 abgebrannt, 1718 unter Kurfürst Karl Philipp (1716-42) in heutiger Form wieder aufgebaut.
Built 1531-41. 40m high tower with clock for safeguarding the main entrance, the dungeon is in the basement, the portcullis drawgear is found in the upper floors together with rooms for defense and the tower guard's apartment. The original roof burned down in 1689, it was reconstructed in its current form in 1718 under Elector Karl Philipp (1716-42).
Erected by Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten Baden-Württemberg.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1689.
Location. 49° 24.615′ N, 8° 42.92′ E. Marker is in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. It is in Altstadt. It is on Schlosshof close
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Ruprechtsbau / Ruprecht's Building (a few steps from this marker); Brunnenhalle / Fountain Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Bibliotheksbau / Library Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ökonomiebau Soldatenbau / Economic Building, Soldier Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Frauenzimmerbau / Women's Room Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Gesprengter Turm/Krautturm / Blown up Tower/Gunpowder Tower (within shouting distance of this marker); Ludwigsbau / Ludwig's Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Unterer Fürstenbrunnen / Lower Prince's Fountain (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Heidelberg.
More about this marker. The marker is located on the grounds of the Heidelberg Castle. There is a small fee to access the castle grounds and markers.
Also see . . . Heidelberg Castle. Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten Baden-Württemberg
In the late 17th century, the castle was repeatedly attacked and ultimately destroyed by the French in the War(Submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)of the Grand Alliance. These catastrophic events are commemorated in a spectacular fireworks display, held several times each year. In 1764, after some makeshift repairs, the battered castle was heavily damaged again: this time by the forces of Nature, in the form of two devastating lightning strikes. The once-proud residence caught fire – and was left in ruins.Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 20242. Gate Tower and Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
3. The inside view of the Gate Tower and Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
4. The outside view of the Gate Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
5. The outside of the Gate Tower and wall of Heidelberg Castle
Credits. This page was last revised on October 5, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 353 times since then and 56 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 5, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
