Altstadt in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Eselspfadturm
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Donkey Path Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, February 19, 2026
1. Eselspfadturm / Donkey Path Tower Marker
Hier stand der Eselspfadturm der mittelalterlichen Stadtbefestigung, genannt nach den Eseln, welche das Mehl aus der Herrenmühle nach dem Schloss trugen. Erbaut im 13. Jahrhundert, zerstört 1689–1693.
Here stood the Donkey Path Tower of the medieval city fortifications, named after the donkeys that carried flour from the Herren Mill to the castle. Built in the 13th century, destroyed 1689–1693.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Animals • Forts and Castles • Roads & Vehicles.
Location. 49° 24.736′ N, 8° 42.9′ E. Marker is in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. It is in Altstadt. It can be reached from Eselspfad just south of Karlstraße, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Eselspfad 1, Heidelberg BW 69117, Germany. Touch for directions.
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: Hilde Domin (within shouting distance of this marker); Anton Friedrich Justus Thibaut (within shouting distance of
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Photographed by James Hulse, February 19, 2026
2. Eselspfadturm / Donkey Path Tower Marker
The marker and the entrance to the building.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 19, 2026
3. Eselspfadturm / Donkey Path Tower Marker
The view of the pathway up the hill to the building.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 21, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 19, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 31 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 21, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
