The Niederemmendinger Tor is the only one of the original four city gates that has been preserved. A toll was levied here until the middle of the 19th century, the …

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Michael (Wasi)

December 10, 2025

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The Niederemmendingen town gate is the only remaining one of four Baroque gates that were originally built in the early 18th century as part of the town's fortifications. In 1706, it received a distinctive turret, and in 1929 a second gateway was added – to this day, it dominates the entrance to Karl-Friedrich-Straße. Remnants of the old town wall are visible nearby, including at Hebelstraße and Goethepark.

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Manfred

October 18, 2022

Cycling

Very nice restored city gate. But also a very beautiful city.

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1. Emmendingen Old Town – Eichberg Tower (Observation Tower) loop from Emmendingen

6.73km

01:56

170m

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2. Eichberg Tower (Observation Tower) – View of Hochburg Castle loop from Emmendingen

12.9km

03:34

220m

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

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3. Landeck Castle Ruins – Landeck Castle Ruins loop from Emmendingen

11.2km

03:10

240m

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

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Elevation 200 m

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Monday 26 January

5°C

-3°C

84 %

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Location: Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Emmendingen Town Gate

1. Emmendingen Old Town – Eichberg Tower (Observation Tower) loop from Emmendingen

2. Eichberg Tower (Observation Tower) – View of Hochburg Castle loop from Emmendingen

3. Landeck Castle Ruins – Landeck Castle Ruins loop from Emmendingen

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