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Bartholomäusturm, Gothic tower at Anger 51, Erfurt, Germany

The Bartholomäusturm rises prominently between Weitergasse and Grafengasse streets, featuring a hexagonal spire and Gothic architectural elements from the medieval period.

The tower, first mentioned in 1182, underwent multiple reconstructions, including a significant rebuild in 1412 and the addition of its hexagonal spire in 1468.

The tower contains a carillon of 60 bronze bells installed in 1979, with the largest bell weighing 2,393 kilograms and the smallest 10 kilograms.

The carillon performs daily at 10:00, 12:00, and 18:00, with special concerts during Advent Saturdays at 16:00 featuring traditional melodies.

The tower suffered artillery damage in April 1945 during the American troops' arrival, leaving it without its high hood until its restoration in 1979.

Location: Erfurt

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

GPS coordinates: 50.97500,11.03260

Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:08

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