Schwammerlturm, Leoben, Medieval gate tower in Leoben, Austria
The Schwammerlturm extends 30 meters into the sky with an eight-sided dome roof featuring four integrated clocks and a narrow street passage below.
Built in the 13th century as part of the city fortifications, the tower underwent renovations in 1512 and 1615 by architect Peter Carlone.
The inner-city facing side displays the Leoben coat of arms and federal emblem, while the outer side presents the tower's history through poetic inscriptions.
The top floor houses a café accessible by elevator, offering visitors multiple seating areas across two levels and an observation terrace with city views.
The tower's nickname derives from its dome roof shape, which resembles a mushroom cap, leading locals to call it the Mushroom Tower.
Location: Leoben
Address: Homanngasse 11
GPS coordinates: 47.38000,15.09260
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:16
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