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Eschenheimer Turm
Medieval Gate Tower in Frankfurt's Heart
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Constructed between 1426 and 1428, the Eschenheimer Turm was designed by Madern Gerthener and serves as a striking example of late medieval architecture. Once a city gate in Frankfurt's fortifications, it remains one of the city's oldest and most well-preserved structures. It stands today as a symbol of Frankfurt's rich history.
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The tower is one of the oldest structures in Frankfurt.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1426–1428
- Architect
- Madern Gerthener
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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Monuments of Frankfurt am MainStop 1 of 12
Heritage Sites in Frankfurt am MainStop 1 of 14
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Location
Nearby
Eschenheimer Tor
23 m away
Goepfert-Brunnen
52 m away
Cinestar Metropolis
155 m away
Philipp-Reis-Denkmal
113 m away
Palais Thurn und Taxis
198 m away
Frankfurt Stock Exchange
253 m away
Nebbiensches Gartenhaus
241 m away
Stock Exchange
230 m away