Bergfried

Bergfried is a tower in , , . Bergfried is situated nearby to the peak , as well as near the castle .
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  • Type: Tower
  • Also known as: “Uhrturm” and “Wartturm”
  • Roof shape: pyramidal

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Marienberg Fortress and Marienkirche.

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is a prominent landmark on the left bank of the river in , in the region of , . It is a symbol of Würzburg and served as a home of the local prince-bishops for nearly five centuries. is situated 110 metres west of Bergfried.

Church
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The , Würzburg is a chapel located in the inner court of in , . The first Christian church at this location was built in 706 by Duke Hedan II.

Museum
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Places in the Area

Nearby places include Altstadt (Würzburg) and Höchberg.

Suburb
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is a suburb.

Town
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is a municipality in the district of in , . borders, in the east, directly on the city of Würzburg. consists of two main urban areas: Altort and Hexenbruch. is situated 3 km west of Bergfried.

Suburb
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is a suburb, which is situated 3 km southeast of Bergfried.

Bergfried

Latitude
49.78976° or 49° 47′ 23″ north
Longitude
9.92079° or 9° 55′ 15″ east
Height
42 metres (138 feet)
Open location code
8FXFQWQC+W8
Open­Street­Map ID
way 20544009
Open­Street­Map feature
building=­tower
Open­Street­Map feature
historic=­yes
Open­Street­Map feature
man_made=­tower
Open­Street­Map attribute
roof-shape=­pyramidal
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