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Luxembourg Canton

Vauban Towers (Pfaffenthal)

Luxembourg Canton

Vauban Towers (Pfaffenthal)

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Vauban Towers (Pfaffenthal)

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Location: Luxembourg Canton, Luxemburg

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July 26, 2022

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Two very well-preserved original towers can be seen in the lower town of Pfaffenthal. The two towers face each other on the banks of the Alzette. They were built around 1685 and included in the city's fortification ring. They are the best-preserved defense towers of the former city ring.

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January 25, 2023

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Two gate towers in the Pfaffenthal in the city of Luxembourg, on the right and left of the Alzette, are named as Vauban towers, the Siechentor and the Eichertor. Both gates took their names from the medieval gates that previously existed here.

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June 4, 2023

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The Vauban Towers have been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1994, along with the other remains of the former Luxembourg Fortress.

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#1.

Pfaffenthal – Pfaffenthal Panoramic Lift loop from Luxembourg

15.7km

04:28

320m

320m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Pfaffenthal Panoramic Lift – Pfaffenthal loop from Walferdange

13.9km

03:41

130m

130m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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#3.

Pfaffenthal – Vauban Towers (Pfaffenthal) loop from Luxembourg

3.53km

00:56

40m

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 300 m

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Location: Luxembourg Canton, Luxemburg

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