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In 1318, Sendlinger Tor was first mentioned as a starting point for the road to Italy, but probably existed earlier. Originally, there was only the distinctive central tower gate (typical of the Munich city gates of the time).
Sendlinger Tor changed constantly over the centuries – until 1808, it had the middle tower that was typical of most city gates, and until 1906 it also featured three small archways for people to pass through, which were then converted to one large arch by architect Wilhelm Bertsch.
History of the historic city gate. KEIN CREDIT. The construction of the Sendlinger Tor was commissioned by Ludwig of Bavaria. Between 1285 and 1337 a second city fortification was built, which...
Aug 23, 2023 · Sendlinger Tor, as the locals call it, stands as a sentinel to Munich’s storied past. One of the three remaining gates of the medieval city wall, its towers rise with a certain gravitas, bearing witness to centuries of change, conflict, and culture.
The village of Sendling grew to sufficient importance over the next few centuries that it was served by a southward-facing gate in the 1320 construction of Munich’s second city wall – namely Sendlinger Tor. Lindwurmstrasse led into the district, as it still does today.
In 1318 the gate is first mentioned as a starting point for the way to Italy. In 1420, the gate was added in one of two flank (side) towers. The middle (Central) tower was demolished in 1808. In 1860, Arnold Zenetti restored preserved two flanking towers, the inner wall and three entrance gates.
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Feb 20, 2024 · Hidden within the quaint streets of Munich’s Old Town, the Sendlinger Tor stands as a testament to the city’s historic past. Let’s delve deeper into the intriguing tale behind this historic place.
