Luzern, Switzerland — Central Europe (the Alps)
The Inner "Weggis" Gate
Inneres Weggistor
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 29, 2013
1. Inneres Weggistor Marker
Caption: Ausschnitt aus dem stadtprospekt von Schumacher 1792 (from Bird’s-eye-view drawing by Franz Xaver Schumacher 1792).
Der Turm über dem Tor hiess Schwarzturm, weil er von Rauch der benachbarten Bad- und Waschhäuser geschwärzt war.
1559 – 1623
Amtswohnung des Stadttrompeters. Zeitweise Gefängnis.
1862 abgebrochen. Das Fundament des Turmes ist im Bodenbelag markiert.
German-English translation:
This was the exit gate of the city's inner defensive ring to the road to Hof, towards the towns of Küssnacht and Zug. First mentioned in 1265 as the Hof gate.
The tower above the gate was called the Black Tower because it was blackened by smoke from the adjacent bathing- and wash-houses.
Official residence of the city trumpeter (watchman). At times was used as a prison.
In 1862 the gate and tower were demolished. The foundation of the tower is marked on the surrounding ground.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1265.
Location. 47° 3.211′ N, 8° 18.405′ E. Marker is in Luzern. Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Teiling Alley (within shouting distance of this marker); "Star Square" (within shouting distance of this marker); The von Silenen Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Johann Baptist Marzohl (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); "At the White Cross" Inn (about 150 meters away); Balthasar House (about 150 meters away); "Deer Square" (about 150 meters away); Grain Market (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Luzern.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 29, 2013
2. Inneres Weggistor Marker
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 29, 2013
3. Inneres Weggistor Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 15, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 710 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 15, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
