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Citadel Cyriaksburg, Cultural heritage fortress in Erfurt, Germany.

The Citadel Cyriaksburg spans 36 hectares with stone walls extending over two kilometers through the northwestern section of Erfurt's old town center.

The fortress, established in 1480, underwent substantial modifications during the 17th and 19th centuries, incorporating advanced military defense systems of the period.

The Commander's house contains exhibitions detailing the fortress history, while regular guided tours share information about the architectural features and military strategies.

Visitors can reach the citadel via tram lines 2, 3, or 6 to Domplatz station, with parking facilities available for those arriving by car.

The fortress includes a network of underground passageways originally designed for surveillance, which visitors can explore during specialized guided tours.

Location: Erfurt

Inception: 1480

GPS coordinates: 50.96750,11.00720

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:10

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