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Elisabeth Tower

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Elisabeth Tower

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  • Location: Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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    March 22, 2024

    Running

    The last existing former watchtower, built in 1593. Conversion into a residential tower. Renewed in the 18th century.
    A gun ramp towards the Franciscan remains as a remnant of the defensive system.
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    May 25, 2026

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    A historic watchtower that is part of Bräunlingen's old fortifications. Easy to spot from the road and gives a real sense of the town's medieval heritage.

    October 26, 2026

    Hiking

    The Elisabethenturm was built around 1300 – making it one of the oldest structures in Villingen. The Elisabethenturm was part of the medieval city fortifications and served as a defensive and watchtower. Its name is derived from the Elisabethenkirche, next to which it stands.
    In the Thirty Years' War (1618–1648), Villingen was besieged and destroyed – the tower was one of the few structures to survive the fighting. In the 19th century, the tower lost its military significance but was preserved as a monument.
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    Riettor City Gate – Bickentor Villingen loop from Villingen

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    Elevation 710 m

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    Location: Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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