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Strafturm (Prison Tower) Rothenburg ob der Tauber

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    December 20, 2023

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    The punishment or debt tower was built from rubble stones and has a conical roof. Criminals who had committed minor offenses ended up here. Located west of the Klingentor, it forms the northwest corner of the Rothenburg city fortifications.
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    January 30, 2025

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    The Penalty Tower in Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a historic tower that served as a prison for criminals who had committed minor offenses. It is located west of the Klingentor and forms the northwest corner of the city fortifications. The tower was built around 1400 and is made of rubble stone with a conical roof. Today, birds and bats find shelter under the conical roof.
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    March 13, 2024

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    The punishment or debt tower was built from rubble stones and has a conical roof. Criminals who had committed minor offenses ended up here. Located west of the Klingentor, it forms the northwest corner of the Rothenburg city fortifications.
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    1. Tower Trail along the city wall – Markus Tower & Röder Arch loop from Rothenburg ob der Tauber

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 410 m

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