Karlstor, Saint Gallen

Name: Karlstor
Address: Moosbrugg Strasse, Saint Gallen, Switzerland

#15 among attractions in Saint Gallen

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The Karlstor is the only remaining city gate from the medieval city wall of the city of St. Gallen in Switzerland. It was built in the years 1569 and 1570.

Coordinates: 47°25'25"N, 9°22'44"E

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Moosbrugg StrasseSaint Gallen Switzerland

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

Nearby attractions include: Abbey of Saint Gall, Abbey Library, St. Gallen Cathedral, St. Gallus Chapel.

~350 ftW
Baroque abbey founded in the 8th century
Abbey of Saint Gall, Saint Gallen
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Gallen, Switzerland, the Abbey of Saint Gall stands as a testament to the architectural and cultural grandeur of the medieval period. This former Benedictine monastery, with its origins dating back to the 8th century, was one of the most...
~700 ftSW
Abbey with Switzerland's oldest library
Abbey Library, Saint Gallen
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Gallen, Switzerland, the Abbey Library, also known as the Stiftsbibliothek, is a monument to human knowledge and a jewel of Baroque architecture. Founded in the 8th century, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is not only one of the oldest...
~580 ftW
Church, Baroque architecture
St. Gallen Cathedral, Saint Gallen
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the city of Saint Gallen, Switzerland, the St. Gallen Cathedral stands as a magnificent example of Baroque architecture and a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. The cathedral, with its twin towers and elaborate façade, dominates...
~340 ftSW
Church
St. Gallus Chapel, Saint Gallen
2 min walk • The St. Gallus Chapel is a chapel within the abbey complex of Saint Gall. It was rebuilt in 1666/67 on the ground floor of the residence of the prince-abbot. It was consecrated in 1671 in conjunction with the Bishop's chapel above it. The chapel has an approximately square interior.
~1480 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Art Nouveau architecture
Tonhalle St. Gallen, Saint Gallen
8 min walk • Tonhalle St. Gallen is a concert hall in St. Gallen, Switzerland. It is a cultural centre, a venue for concerts, banquets and meetings. It is the home of the St. Gallen Symphony Orchestra.
~1270 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Theater St. Gallen, Saint Gallen
7 min walk • The Theater St. Gallen is a performing arts center for opera, musical, ballet, and theatre in St. Gallen, Switzerland, and considered to be the oldest professional theatre in Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance.
~1660 ftN
47°25'40"N • 9°22'54"E
Kunstmuseum St. Gallen, Saint Gallen
9 min walk • Museum, Art museum
0.4 miNE
47°25'43"N • 9°22'60"E
Historisches und Völkerkundemuseum, Saint Gallen
11 min walk • Museum
~550 ftNW
Church
St. Laurenzen, Saint Gallen
3 min walk • The Church of St. Lawrence, is the Protestant Reformed parish church of the city of St. Gallen. The construction of the first church is estimated to the middle of the 12th century.
0.6 miW
47°25'17"N • 9°21'58"E
Lokremise, Saint Gallen
16 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
~1270 ftW
Fountain, Well
Broderbrunnen, Saint Gallen
7 min walk • The Broderbunnen is a fountain on the Lindenplatz in the city of St. Gallen in Switzerland. It is part of the Swiss Inventory of Cultural Properties of National Importance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Karlstor?

Nearby attractions include St. Gallus Chapel, Saint Gallen (2 min walk), Abbey of Saint Gall, Saint Gallen (2 min walk), St. Laurenzen, Saint Gallen (3 min walk), St. Gallen Cathedral, Saint Gallen (3 min walk).

How to get to Karlstor by public transport?

The nearest stations to Karlstor:

Bus

Karlstor • Lines: 11 (1 min walk)
Spisertor • Lines: 151, Bäderbus (3 min walk)

Train

Spisertor (3 min walk)
Marktplatz (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Theater • Lines: 1, 2 (6 min walk)
Marktplatz Bohl • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 (6 min walk)