The Lower Gate with its clock tower is one of Günzburg's landmarks. However, it is far more than just a striking, representative feature. It was once one of the most important entrances to the city. The tower keeper lived at the top and had to ring the bells hourly, day and night, so that the citizens knew someone was on watch. The many windows were not decorative, but provided a panoramic view. From here, the watchmen kept a lookout for enemies and fires.

Translated by

•

Moonbeam🌜

July 16, 2025

Hiking

The Lower Gate was built in the Gothic style in the 14th century. More precise information about the builders and the date of construction is unavailable.

Dendrochronological analysis dates the oak logs above the first upper story to the autumn or winter of 1436. This provides a clue as to the construction period of the final gate structure.

In its original form, the tower, with its square base and octagonal spire, can be seen in the city view in the "Mirror of Honor of the House of Austria." There, it already bears the name "Das under Thor" (The Lower Gate).

Translated by

•

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Nearby routes

Best routes near Clock tower Unteres Tor Günzburg

4.7

(10)

hikers

#1.

Günzburg Old Town – Women's Lane, Günzburg loop from Günzburg

9.63km

02:31

70m

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

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

4.6

(8)

hikers

#2.

Danube Bridge Leipheim – Günzburg Old Town loop from Günzburg

7.15km

01:53

70m

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

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.7

(6)

hikers

#3.

View of Günzburg's Old Town – Danube Bridge Leipheim loop from Günzburg

9.04km

02:18

30m

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

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Details

Informations

Elevation 520 m

Weather

Tuesday 24 March

13°C

1°C

88 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See nearby routes

Take Me There

Location: Swabia, Bavaria, Germany

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Danube Riverside Path in Topflet und Obere Aschau

Lego Ninjago World

Günzburg Town Center and Clock Tower

Haus der Bildung (Ehemalige Österreichische Kaserne) Günzburg

Holocaust Memorial for the Victims of Josef Mengele in Günzburg

Confluence of Günz and Danube

Günzburg Old Town

Günz River

Miniature Reichstag Model

Pond and River in Hagenweide Park

Clock tower Unteres Tor Günzburg

#1.

Günzburg Old Town – Women's Lane, Günzburg loop from Günzburg

#2.

Danube Bridge Leipheim – Günzburg Old Town loop from Günzburg

#3.

View of Günzburg's Old Town – Danube Bridge Leipheim loop from Günzburg

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Sign up or log in to keep exploring this route

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️