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A few steps from the Dolder, towards the western exit, stands an outpost or barbican, the so-called "Upper Gate," dating from around 1300. The massive double-leaf gate and the wooden portcullis from 1536, undoubtedly the oldest in Europe, are particularly striking in the passageway. Given the widespread use of firearms, the inhabitants of Riquewihr felt towards the end of the 15th century that their original fortifications were no longer effective enough. The Duke of Württemberg, Lord of Riquewihr, who wanted to protect the town's inhabitants and the produce of their vineyards, had a second rampart built around 1500, constructed of Vosges sandstone.

Rue Latérale is a nice, quiet alternative away from the hustle and bustle of Rue du Général de Gaulle.

The upper city gate, the Dolder (1291), was built at the same time as the first fortifications at the end of the 13th century and served as a defensive tower, watchtower, and bell tower. In Alsatian, "Dolder" means "highest point, peak." At 25 meters high, this tower threatened the enemy with the stark and warlike appearance of its exterior, while the inner facade, facing the city, had delighted the inhabitants since the 16th century with its attractive arrangement of wooden beams and four corbelled vaults. Its first level formed one of the starting points of the patrol path that ran along the top of the ramparts around the city.

Small, narrow street serving as a picturesque connection to or from the city wall.

The town hall was built between 1808 and 1810 during the tenure of Mayor Samuel Karcher on the site of the old low gate with a tower. According to the text accompanying the laying of the foundation stone, the building was constructed according to the plans of the Colmar contractor Xavier Molly, which were reviewed and corrected by Louis Gouget, a retired engineer from Kaysersberg. He was entrusted with the construction supervision. According to a document from the Haut-Rhin Town Council, the plans were drawn up by Louis Gouget on behalf of the prefect. The construction work was accepted in June 1810. A modern extension was added to the north side, featuring a fire escape.

Beautiful passage along the city wall.

It's true, the houses are magnificent, very similar to those in Colmar.

A taster of a walk. Every season is colored differently here.