Cologne District
Städteregion AachenMonschauEselsturm (Donkey Tower) at Monschau Castle
Cologne District
Städteregion AachenMonschauEselsturm (Donkey Tower) at Monschau Castle
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Eselsturm (Donkey Tower) at Monschau Castle
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September 12, 2022
Hiking
Tabular summary of the historical data on the Donkey Tower:
14th century (c. 1370) = Construction of the tower = Originally mentioned in historical sources as the "New Tower"; served as part of the access and defense system of Monschau Castle.
16th century = Conversion to a battery tower = Adaptation to changing military technology; light artillery was installed.
Period / Year Event / Development Remarks
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April 18, 2022
Hiking
The Eselsturm dates from before 1370 and was first mentioned in writing in that year as the "New Tower." In 1517, it was expanded into a mighty battery tower and equipped with light artillery.
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March 3, 2022
Hiking
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Elevation 490 m
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