Paßklausenturm

Tannenberg, Germany

The 14m high Paßklausenturm is the surviving part of a moated castle in Tannenberg. It was probably built by Fredrik Barbarossa around 1162. The castle was destroyed in Hussite Wars. 

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Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Hohenstaufen Dynasty (Germany)

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Julian Beyer (16 months ago)
Beautiful historic building, but you can stay there for a maximum of 10 minutes
Ronny Beißer (3 years ago)
Thomas Reißmann (6 years ago)
Historical building
Klaus Selicke (6 years ago)
Nice old historical tower in the middle of town
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