Tour du Diable, Medieval fortified tower in Mulhouse, France
The Tour du Diable is a fortified stone tower with multiple stories and thick medieval walls constructed as part of the city's defensive system. The structure displays characteristic medieval features and was partially restored and extended in height following a fire in the early 1900s.
The tower was built in 1222 as part of the city fortifications and initially served as a defensive stronghold. It underwent major reconstruction in the early 15th century and received official protected monument status in 1929.
The name 'Devil's Tower' comes from its use as a prison during the 15th-century witch trials in the region. Today, visitors can sense this troubled past through the thick stone walls and confined spaces that remain largely unchanged.
The tower is located on Rue de la Tour-du-Diable near the Musée Historique and is readily accessible from the city center. Visits typically take place through organized guided tours that allow you to explore the interior structures and defensive features.
A fire in 1904 severely damaged the structure, but the subsequent restoration project not only rebuilt it but also altered its proportions significantly. This transformation made it an architectural hybrid between its original medieval forms and early modern interventions.
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