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Schwarzer Turm (Brugg)

Schwarzer Turm (Brugg)

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Schwarzer Turm (Brugg)

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Location: Aargau, Nordwestschweiz, Switzerland

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Vanessa

October 21, 2020

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The Black Tower is the oldest building in the city of Brugg and is also one of its landmarks. The tower was built in the last quarter of the 12th century. Count Albrecht III presumably gave the building contract. of Habsburg.

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Michael (Wasi)

August 1, 2025

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The Black Tower is Brugg's proud landmark—imposing, mysterious, and steeped in history. Built in the 12th century to protect the Aare Bridge, it later even served as a prison. With its thick walls, its bay window overlooking the river, and the Roman stones in its foundation, it speaks of power, change, and centuries of city history—a silent sentinel at the entrance to the old town.

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Gyloonda

January 28, 2017

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The Black Tower is a tower castle in the Swiss city of Brugg. It is the oldest building and landmark of the city. It is located on the northern edge …

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Elevation 350 m

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Friday 29 May

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16 %

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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