Isartor, Munich, Germany - SpottingHistory

The Isartor is one of four main gates of the medieval city wall. It served as a fortification for the defence and is the most easterly of Munich's three remaining gothic town gates (Isartor, Sendlinger Tor and Karlstor).

The Isartor was constructed in 1337 within the scope of the enlargement of Munich and the construction of the second city wall between 1285 and 1337 which was completed under the Emperor Louis IV. The gate first consisted of a 40 meter high main gate tower. Only with the construction of the moat wall of the gate tower the two flanking side towers were added and served as barbican. The Isartor is today the only medieval gate in Munich which has conserved its medium main tower and the restoration in 1833-35 by Friedrich von Gärtner has recreated the dimensions and appearance close to the original structure. The frescos, created in 1835 by Bernhard von Neher, depict the victorious return of Emperor Louis after the Battle of Mühldorf in 1322.

The Isartor today houses a humorous museum which is dedicated to the comedian and actor Karl Valentin. A café for visitors has been integrated.

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Zeeshan Karamat (17 months ago)
Nice view, has many train connections, leisure’s, and food shops

Werner von der Ohe (2 years ago)
Convenient stop for sight seeing. Escalators usually only go in one direction. So if you need one and find it going the wrong direction, try going to next entrance. There is an elevator as well. Draw backs: loud speakers that are nearly useless (regardless of language) Public rest rooms: only for use if it’s an emergency! (Bring your own tp)

jenn val (5 years ago)
Not wheelchair/disability accessible . One of the few in Munich without a lift.

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