Letziturm Basel, Medieval defense tower in St. Alban Quarter, Switzerland
The rectangular Letziturm rises directly from the Rhine River with meter-thick walls and three gun loopholes built into its defensive structure.
Built in 1676 as a Baroque fortress tower, this structure replaced an older medieval tower and served as a strategic position for musketeers guarding the Rhine.
The tower displays the Basel emblem on a stone block facing east toward the city, representing the architectural heritage of Swiss defensive structures.
Visitors can reach the tower via the Rhine riverside path, which includes a terrace constructed in 1911 that partially covers the original foundation.
During World War II, the Swiss Army added concrete bunkers with metal shutters to the terrace, creating concealed machine gun positions.
Location: Basel
Location: Basel-Stadt
GPS coordinates: 47.55510,7.60403
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:01
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