Ulrepforte, Medieval gatehouse in Altstadt-Sud, Germany.
The Ulrepforte features a central passage with twin defensive towers and incorporates architectural elements from the 13th-century city fortifications of Cologne.
The gate structure, built around 1300, served as a strategic entry point for potters who worked outside the city walls due to fire safety regulations.
The Ulrepforte now functions as the headquarters of the Kolsche Funke carnival society, maintaining centuries-old traditions of Cologne's carnival celebrations.
The facility includes multiple event spaces, including a marriage ceremony room, board room, guard rooms, and an open-air courtyard for various gatherings.
During the 15th century, the gate structure was modified to accommodate a mill that supplied the nearby Carthusian monastery.
Location: Altstadt-Süd
Inception: 13 century
Part of: Stadtmauer
GPS coordinates: 50.92535,6.95064
Latest update: May 16, 2025 12:12
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