King’s Gate
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86732 Oettingen i.Bay.
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09082/70952King’s Gate
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09082/70952The tower of the Lower Gate, also called the King’s Gate, is the only surviving tower of Oettingen’s town fortifications. In the past, it marked the end of the Lower Town, which was itself protected by an outer Lower Gate.
The tower’s ground floor still preserves remains from the 13th century. Between 1594 and 1596, the two town lords, together with the townspeople, built the tower as it stands today. Inside, the cells of the former town prison can still be seen – a fascinating glimpse into the history of the town guard and medieval everyday life.
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- As of: 12 Nov 2026