Perlach Tower - Great Attractions (Augsburg, Germany)
- 13 years ago
Take a tour of Perlach Tower in Augsburg, Germany – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
In the historic center of Augsburg, Germany stands a beloved landmark of this ancient community.
The bell tower section of this striking edifice known as Perlach was added in 1182; the original structure was built in the 10th century and served as a guard tower.
A renowned symbol of Augsburg, the Perlach tower stretches two hundred and thirty feet from the ground.
Two hundred and sixty one steps up the tower a brilliant panorama of Augsburg and the surrounding area emerges.
Each year the city of Augsburg holds the Perlachturm Run, a race to see who can reach the top of the tower the quickest.
During the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels, a small door opens on the hour, every hour, showcasing St. Michael thrusting his spear into a demon.
In the historic center of Augsburg, Germany stands a beloved landmark of this ancient community.
The bell tower section of this striking edifice known as Perlach was added in 1182; the original structure was built in the 10th century and served as a guard tower.
A renowned symbol of Augsburg, the Perlach tower stretches two hundred and thirty feet from the ground.
Two hundred and sixty one steps up the tower a brilliant panorama of Augsburg and the surrounding area emerges.
Each year the city of Augsburg holds the Perlachturm Run, a race to see who can reach the top of the tower the quickest.
During the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels, a small door opens on the hour, every hour, showcasing St. Michael thrusting his spear into a demon.