Weißer Turm

Weißer Turm White Tower

White Tower was built in the 13th century

  • Address
    Ludwigsplatz 21, 90403 Nürnberg
  • Latitude
    49.450445
  • Longitude
    11.070738

It is a tower from the 13th century, which was part of the walls of Nuremberg and originally had an entrance to the city, where tolls were charged. The tower got its name from the white plaster that covered formerly the original bricks. Under the tower is a subway station with the same name.

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