Mouse Tower, Medieval toll tower on Rhine island in Bingen am Rhein, Germany.
The Mouse Tower stands as a stone structure on a small Rhine island, featuring neo-Gothic architecture with multiple levels and observation points.
The tower originated in the 13th century as a customs station for river traffic, collecting fees from merchant vessels navigating the Rhine waterway.
German folklore connects the tower to Archbishop Hatto II, who according to legend met his end when mice pursued and consumed him inside the building.
Access to the Mouse Tower requires special permission, but visitors can view the structure from observation points along the Rhine riverbanks in Bingen.
The name derives from Middle High German 'musen,' meaning to lie in wait, referring to its original function as a guard post monitoring river traffic.
Location: Bingen am Rhein
GPS coordinates: 49.97190,7.88083
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:51
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