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Erfurter Gate (Kyffhäuser Castle Gate)

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Erfurter Gate (Kyffhäuser Castle Gate)

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    March 3, 2025

    The Erfurt Gate is a historic Romanesque chamber gate in the upper castle of the Kyffhäuser Monument. It is one of the few remaining parts of the original castle complex and offers a fascinating insight into medieval architecture. The gate is simple and served as access to the castle, without additional defensive structures.

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      August 20, 2025

      This magnificent castle gate in the authentic Romanesque style is also known as the "Erfurt Gate"

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        April 4, 2024

        is originally the entrance to the Reichsburg Kyffhausen and the Kyffhäuser monument was not only taken into account during the construction, but was also a requirement according to the tender

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          Location: Kyffhäuserland, Kyffhäuserkreis, Kyffhäuserkreis, Thuringia, Germany

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