W眉rzburger Tor (Wurzburg Gate), Miltenberg
The Wurzburger Gate is one of the first historic monuments many visitors encounter. Dating back to at least 1379, this late-medieval gate tower has witnessed centuries of change in Miltenberg-from ramparts and town defences to the bustle of tourism today.
Originally, the tower served a defensive function. It was built with a gun platform and crenellated battlements because the eastern side was considered especially vulnerable to attack. Over time, as military threats receded and the character of city gates changed, parts of that defensive structure were altered: by the early 15th century the battlements were removed and the tower was roofed over.
Architecturally, it shows many of the features typical of medieval gate towers. Look out for the remnants of the portcullis mechanism-stone slots both inside and outside the gate through which a draw-gate would once have slid up and down. Also notice the mix of simple defensive architecture with later modifications that make the gate more decorative.
Originally, the tower served a defensive function. It was built with a gun platform and crenellated battlements because the eastern side was considered especially vulnerable to attack. Over time, as military threats receded and the character of city gates changed, parts of that defensive structure were altered: by the early 15th century the battlements were removed and the tower was roofed over.
Architecturally, it shows many of the features typical of medieval gate towers. Look out for the remnants of the portcullis mechanism-stone slots both inside and outside the gate through which a draw-gate would once have slid up and down. Also notice the mix of simple defensive architecture with later modifications that make the gate more decorative.
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W眉rzburger Tor (Wurzburg Gate) on Map
Sight Name: W眉rzburger Tor (Wurzburg Gate)
Sight Location: Miltenberg, Germany (See walking tours in Miltenberg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Miltenberg, Germany (See walking tours in Miltenberg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Miltenberg, Germany
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles