Porta Claudia, Mountain fortification in Scharnitz Pass, Austria
The Porta Claudia fortification includes walls reaching six meters in height, positioned strategically at the border between Austria and Bavaria.
Construction of the fortress began between 1632 and 1634 during the Thirty Years War, following permission from the Innsbruck government.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe documented the fortification during his Italian journey in 1786, noting how the structure integrated with the mountain landscape.
Visitors can observe the remaining defensive walls and explore the historical site while learning about Alpine military architecture.
The fortress bears the name of Princess Claudia de Medici, who attended its dedication and ordered its construction to protect against Swedish forces.
GPS coordinates: 47.39610,11.26510
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:58
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