Landau Fortress could only be entered or exited through two main gates—the "German Gate" in the north and the "French Gate" in the south. These imposing gates secured the vulnerable approaches to the fortress and also symbolized the French king's claim to power. The Bourbon coat of arms (the fleurs-de-lis), the sculpted head of the Sun King, and his motto, "Nec pluribus impar" (Not equal to many), displayed in the gate's pediment, were intended to vividly convey the Sun King's self-image to visitors from afar.

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May 7, 2025

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A good historic gate remains preserved

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The French Gate – also known as the Lower Gate, formerly called the Porte de France – is a listed building in Landau in der Pfalz.

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