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Kuhhirtenturm (Elefant)
Late Gothic Tower with Historic Significance
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Built in 1390, the Kuhhirtenturm is a late Gothic tower in Sachsenhausen, part of Frankfurt's city fortifications. Initially serving as a gatehouse and protecting the Main riverbank, it is now a cultural heritage monument in Hesse. In 1923, the composer Paul Hindemith temporarily lived in the tower.
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In 1923, the tower was the temporary home of composer Paul Hindemith.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1390
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Audio Guide
0:000:32
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