Sinwell Tower, Cylindrical stone tower at Imperial Castle, Nuremberg, Germany.
The Sinwell Tower is a cylindrical stone tower rising about 41 meters on the Imperial Castle grounds. Inside, wooden stairs lead upward beneath a pointed helm roof that crowns the structure.
Construction began in the second half of the 13th century. In 1560 an extra floor was added and the roof was redesigned with its distinctive pointed helm shape.
Inside you'll find photographs that show how the city rebuilt itself after World War II. They help you understand the layers of history this place carries.
You can enter and climb the wooden stairs inside the tower, though opening hours change with the seasons. It's accessible for longer hours during warmer months than in winter.
The name comes from Middle High German and means perfectly round, describing the completely circular shape of the tower. This geometric regularity was unusual for defensive towers of that era.
Location: Nuremberg
Height: 41 m
Made from material: stone
Part of: Nuremberg Castle, Kaiserburg
GPS coordinates: 49.45781,11.07658
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:45
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