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Upper Gate, Weismain

Upper Gate, Weismain

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Upper Gate, Weismain

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Location: Weismain, Lichtenfels, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Günni

March 15, 2025

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The Weismain City Gate, also known as the Upper Gate, is a landmark of the town of Weismain in Upper Franconia. An impressive medieval city gate that was part of the former city fortifications, the gate dates back to the 14th century and is a massive structure with a striking tower and archway.

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Birgit

June 3, 2017

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The tower dates back to the 14th century. The gatehouse is only on the ground floor late medieval. The upper floor was renewed several times. Until 1885, it housed the prison.

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Christina

February 25, 2024

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Very well preserved gate

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