The core of the four-story Lehlaubenturm on the east side of the market square dates from 1444. A dungeon in the basement of the building was used as a prison until the 17th century. Among other things, those accused of witchcraft were imprisoned there during the witch hunt in Kronach, which is why the tower is also popularly known as the Witches' Tower.
Source:de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stadtbefestigung_Kronach

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The Lehlaubenturm is a striking, four-story sandstone tower located on the eastern edge of Kronach's market square. Its core dates back to 1444, and the upper floors were added in 1614. Until the 17th century, its basement served as a prison, particularly for those accused during the witch hunts in Kronach, which is why it is popularly known as the Witches' Tower.

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