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Porte du Brand

Porte du Brand

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Porte du Brand

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Location: Türkheim, Colmar-Ribeauvillé, Alsace, France

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Willem VS

June 29, 2025

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This robust city gate from the 14th century was part of the medieval defensive wall of Turckheim, a former free imperial city. The gate had a pronounced defensive function and was equipped with a herse, a drawbridge and double doors. The "gorgone" is striking - a grotesque sculpture intended to deter enemies. In 1843, the gate was restored and provided with a weather vane by J.B. Hun; a new renovation followed in 2006.

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sed.ierksmeier

July 17, 2021

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One of three city gates.

christian

March 23, 2022

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The "Oil Gate" was completed in 1377, well-preserved ditch, formerly very rich in fish. This gate was closed on Sundays. In 1850 the demolition of the gate was prevented by a petition from the population.

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