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Bayenturm
Medieval Defense Tower on Cologne's Rhine
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The Bayenturm, a striking medieval defense tower, was built around 1220 as part of Cologne's eight-kilometer city wall. Standing with a ground floor and four upper floors to about 35 meters high, it now houses the 'FrauenMediaTurm Foundation'.
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The Bayenturm is one of the few remaining parts of Cologne's medieval city fortifications.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1300
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
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- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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