Citadel of Jülich

The citadel is not only at the top but also at the bottom - there is a beautiful circular path around the fortress with some photo motifs.

Imposing and historic architecture

The Zitadelle Jülich is one of the oldest and best-preserved fortifications of its kind north of the Alps. It was built in the middle of the 16th century after the devastating city fire of 1547 made it necessary to rebuild the city. Duke Wilhelm V took the opportunity for a complete redesign and Jülich was redesigned according to the ideals of Italian fortifications. Under the direction of the Italian architect Alessandro Pasqualini, the planned city surrounded by a pentagonal city fortification and a palazzo in fortezza (the citadel) as a residence were created. Only a few remnants of the city fortifications can be seen today, while the fortifications of the residence have been largely preserved.
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