The Klever Gate, an impressive three-story city gate from the 14th century, is a relic of the old city fortifications. Two round towers, the so-called owl towers, flank the first gate opening from the side facing away from the city. A bridge-like driveway, which used to be over the city moat, leads to the main gate.

The square building was used for many purposes over the centuries; at times it served as a prison. Today holidaymakers can spend the night there. Once you climb the spiral stairs, you can enjoy beautiful views of the city.
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The Klever Tor with the sculpture of the pump neighborhood in front of it is probably one of the most beautiful highlights in Xanten, next to the cathedral of course.

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The double gate, built in 1393, is an impressive relic of the medieval city fortifications, which, apart from the upper areas that were reconstructed after the Second World War, still retains the old structure.
Two round towers, the so-called owl towers, flank the first gate opening on the field side. A bridge-like driveway leads to the three-story main gate. The bridge used to lead over the city moat.
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