Monument7baeb732…facc
Blaubeurer Tor (Werk VI)
Historic Gate of Ulm Fortress
Counts toward these achievements:
Ulm: First Steps10 pts
Ulm: Explorer25 pts
Ulm: Insider50 pts
The Blaubeurer Tor, also known as Werk VI, was built in 1855 as part of the Ulm Fortress. It stands as a reminder of 19th-century military architecture and defense strategies.
Be the first to check in here
Did you know?
The gate was built in the same year as the founding of the Ulm Fortress.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1855
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Guided Story
You're standing before a piece of history from 1855. This gate, a key component of the Ulm Fortress, served as a defensive structure. Known as Werk VI, the Blaubeurer Tor is a striking example of 19th-century military architecture. Imagine the strategic planning that made this place a crucial defense point. About 313 meters to the northeast, you can find the Ulm Fortress, part of this historic complex. As you look to the east, the Ludwig-Erhard Bridge is approximately 345 meters away, connecting the past of this site with the modern city of Ulm surrounding you.
Part of These Trails
Monuments of UlmStop 11 of 14
Industrial-Era UlmStop 11 of 13
