Old Town Bridge Tower, Gothic tower at Charles Bridge, Prague, Czech Republic
The stone tower stands 47 meters tall at the entrance of Charles Bridge, featuring intricate sculptures, gargoyles, and a viewing gallery at its summit.
Peter Parler designed this defensive structure in the 14th century as part of the medieval fortification system guarding the entrance to Prague Old Town.
The eastern facade displays heraldic symbols of medieval Bohemian lands, including a lion consuming meat and an eagle catching a hare.
Visitors need to climb 138 steps to reach the observation deck, which provides views across the Vltava River and Prague's red rooftops.
In 1621, the tower displayed twelve heads of Czech nobility rebels for ten years as a warning to others following their execution.
Location: Old Town
Location: Prague 1
Architects: Peter Parler
Part of: Charles Bridge
Website: https://prague.eu/staromestskamosteckavez
GPS coordinates: 50.08629,14.41366
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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