Porte de France

The southern city gate of Turckheim, also known as the Porte de Colmar or Niedertor, was built around 1330 and was the gateway for trade to Switzerland for centuries. Originally equipped with a drawbridge, portcullis and double doors, it was closed at night and during Sunday mass. The gate successively bore the coats of arms of the Holy Roman Empire and Louis XIV, and in 1871 two turrets were added – which were removed again in 1912. Today it is a beautifully preserved example of medieval city fortifications and an iconic landmark in the cityscape of Turckheim.

Through the Untertor in Turckheim, part of the city fortifications, merchants and goods used to come to the city. Today, a stork's nest can be found on the gate tower, from which master Adebar welcomes the visitors.

A beautiful medieval city gate has been preserved here