Brugg Black Tower

The 25.7-meter-tall Black Tower stands at the center of Brugg, featuring late-Gothic architectural elements and a robust stone construction from medieval times.

Built in 1238 during Habsburg rule, the tower protected trade routes near the Aare River and later served as a prison from 1846 until 2006.

The base of the tower contains materials from the Roman Legion post Vindonissa, connecting multiple periods of Swiss architectural and military history.

Located at Rathausplatz 2 in postal code 5200, the tower maintains its position as a central reference point in Brugg's old town district.

The structure earned recognition as a Class A Swiss cultural property, marking its status among the most significant historical buildings in the nation.

Location: Brugg

Inception: 1238

Height: 25.7 m

Part of: list of cultural properties in Brugg

Address: Rathausplatz 2, 5200 Brugg 5200 5200

GPS coordinates: 47.48599,8.20661

Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:10