The tower was built in the middle of the 14th century and was part of the fortification. The tower was named after its resident Dr. Hercules who was probably a doctor. The tower can only be viewed from the outside

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Built in the middle of the 14th century as part of the city fortifications

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September 7, 2021

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From the "Hopfen.Bier.Gut" (tithe barn building) a beautiful path leads along picturesque half-timbered fronts to this part of the old city wall.

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Elevation 410 m

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Friday 13 March

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Location: Spalt, Roth, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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