Panzerlachs, Stone fortification in Vyborg, Russia
Panzerlachs stands as a defensive bastion with thick stone walls positioned strategically along the northern coast to protect maritime routes into Vyborg.
Built in 1579, this military structure played a crucial role during the Great Northern War when Russian forces defended against Swedish attempts to capture the city.
The bastion represents military engineering from the Renaissance period, incorporating design elements from Germanic, Swedish, and Russian architectural traditions.
Visitors can join guided tours that explain the military history and architectural features of the bastion through informative exhibitions and historical displays.
The name Panzerlachs combines German words for armor and salmon, reflecting the international influences in this strategic port city's development.
Location: Vyborg
Inception: 1579
Part of: Vyborgskaya Street (Luostarinkatu) in Vyborg, Category:Ladanova Street (Hovioikeudenkatu) in Vyborg, Leningradsky Prospekt
GPS coordinates: 60.70786,28.73785
Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:03
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