Hölderlinturm, Medieval tower on Neckar River bank in Tübingen, Germany.
The Hölderlinturm is a multi-story yellow stone structure standing on the Neckar riverbank in the old town, with windows overlooking the water and surrounding streets. It now serves as a museum containing documents, letters, and objects related to the poet's life and work.
The tower was built on the foundations of Tübingen's medieval fortification wall from the 13th century. The poet Friedrich Hölderlin moved there in 1807 and spent the final decades of his life in its rooms until his death in 1843.
The tower bears the name of poet Friedrich Hölderlin, whose presence visitors still feel in its rooms today. The exhibition displays personal belongings and works that tell the story of his life and creative output.
The museum is small and can be viewed in about an hour, though the narrow stairs and multiple steps at the entrance may challenge some visitors. Hours are limited as the site operates privately, so checking ahead is advisable before a visit.
While living in the tower, Hölderlin wrote under the pen name Scardanelli and signed his works with this mysterious pseudonym that puzzled readers for years. Visitors sought his autographs, which became a notable part of his daily routine within these walls.
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