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Diekturm

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Location: Einbeck, Northeim, Lower Saxony, Germany

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Marius

January 27, 2026

The Diek Tower is part of Einbeck's town fortifications and forms part of the southern ramparts near the former Benser Gate. The massive round tower was built around the year 1500. It owes its name to Heinrich Diek, the son of an Einbeck patrician. He was later accused of starting the great town fire of 1540. As punishment, he was imprisoned in a cage and later executed.

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Christoph 🦊

March 31, 2025

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The tower owes its name to the arsonist Heinrich Diek, who was punished by being placed alive in the cage in 1540.

An interesting photo opportunity and a must-see on any city tour.

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Evildeadchen

May 16, 2019

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One of the defensive towers of the old city wall

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Location: Einbeck, Northeim, Lower Saxony, Germany

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