Stadttorturm, Lich

Name: Stadttorturm
Address: Lich, Germany

#3 among attractions in Lich

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Facts and practical information

The city tower in Lich is a 50-meter-high medieval fortress tower and landmark of the city. It was built in 1306 and was part of the original fortification. Several reconstructions took place until the 17th century. The cultural monument houses the bells of the neighboring Marienstiftskirche.

Coordinates: 50°31'15"N, 8°49'10"E

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Stadttorturm – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Münzenberg Castle, Marienstiftskirche, Limes, Arnsburg Abbey.

5.2 miS
Historical place, Forts and castles, Romanesque architecture
Münzenberg Castle, Münzenberg
132 min walk • Perched on a basalt outcrop above the quaint town of Münzenberg in Germany, the striking ruins of Münzenberg Castle beckon history enthusiasts and tourists alike. A historical gem, this castle is often referred to as the "Wetterau Inkpot" due to its distinctive twin...
~150 ftS
Church, Gothic architecture
Marienstiftskirche, Lich
1 min walk • The Marienstiftskirche is a Lutheran three-aisled hall church in Lich, Middle Hesse, Germany. It was built between 1510 and 1537, making it the last Late Gothic hall church to be built in Hesse.
5.6 miW
Archaeological site
Limes
142 min walk • The Wetterau Limes is the name given in the field of historical research to that part of the Upper Germanic-Rhaetian Limes which enclosed the region that became known later as the Wetterau in the German state of Hesse.
2.2 miSW
Monastery
Arnsburg Abbey
57 min walk • Arnsburg Abbey is a former Cistercian monastery near Lich in the Wetterau, Hesse, Germany. It was founded by monks from Eberbach Abbey in 1174.
5.3 miE
Church
Evangelische Kirche Villingen
137 min walk • The Protestant church in Villingen, a district of Hungen in the district of Giessen, consists of three structures, a square choir tower from the 13th century, a polygonal choir end in the east from the 14th century and the rectangular nave from the...
0.4 miS
Brewery, Nightlife
Licher Privatbrauerei, Lich
11 min walk • Licher is a brewery in Lich, Germany. With 250 employees, the brewery is the largest in Lich. "Licher Beer" has been market leader since 1988 in Hessen and is known to be one of the top 20 beers in the German beer market.
6.7 miNW
50°34'34"N • 8°41'43"E
Universitätsbibliothek, Gießen
170 min walk • Library
6.7 miNW
50°34'33"N • 8°41'36"E
Dezentrale Fachbibliothek Geschichte, Gießen
172 min walk • Library
~1950 ftN
Ruins
Burg Warnsberg, Lich
10 min walk • Warnsberg Castle, also called Wernsberg Castle, is a ruin of a hilltop castle near Lich in the district of Giessen in Hesse, Germany.
6.7 miNW
Sport, Sport venue
Waldstadion, Gießen
172 min walk • Waldstadion is a 4,999-capacity stadium located in Giessen, Germany. It is home to FC Gießen. The stadium has also been used for major rock concerts and festivals.
4.8 miSE
Locality
Hungen
122 min walk • In addition to its historical attractions, Hungen offers plenty of outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. The surrounding countryside is perfect for hiking and cycling, with scenic trails that wind through lush forests and rolling hills.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Stadttorturm?

Nearby attractions include Marienstiftskirche, Lich (1 min walk), Burg Warnsberg, Lich (10 min walk), Licher Privatbrauerei, Lich (11 min walk).