Kotwiczników Tower, tower
The Kotwiczników Tower is a Gothic stone structure in Gdańsk with a square base and a pointed roof built in the 1500s. Its thick walls and simple window openings show the architectural style of that era, while its riverside setting overlooks the Motława River and historical traffic routes.
The tower was built in 1575 under Pawło van der Horne's direction atop the remains of an earlier 14th-century defensive structure. Following wartime destruction in 1945, it underwent careful restoration between 1968 and 1969 and has since remained a protected monument.
The tower takes its name from the rope makers and anchor workers who once labored in this district along the Motława River. Its location on the waterfront still reflects the strong connection between the city and its seafaring past.
The tower sits directly on the Motława riverbank, within walking distance of the historic city center and easily accessible from Kotwiczników and Podwala Przedmiejskiego streets. Its stone walls and Gothic peak are best viewed while strolling along the waterfront.
The tower underwent complete reconstruction between 1968 and 1969, with original Gothic features carefully recreated in detail. This makes it a notable example of how historical architecture can be restored after severe wartime damage.
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