Henkersteg - Great Attractions (Nuremberg, Germany)
- 13 years ago
Take a tour of Henkersteg in Nuremberg, Germany – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
Henkersteg, meaning Hangman’s Bridge, lies in the stunning ancient town of Nuremberg in the southern state of Bavaria, Germany.
Between the 16th and 19th centuries, the town’s hangman resided in the segregated tower of this structure, resulting in its daunting moniker.
This bridge was constructed to replace part of the town’s fortified wall, after it was washed away by a devastating flood.
In the mid 20th century, after being damaged by war, this stone based, wood covered, and tile roofed structure was reconstructed.
Medieval Germany was highly influenced by religious and folkloric superstition, and it was because of this that the town hangman had to live in absolute seclusion.
This once taboo structure is now cherished by the town, and provides beauty, function, and a stark but interesting history.
Henkersteg, meaning Hangman’s Bridge, lies in the stunning ancient town of Nuremberg in the southern state of Bavaria, Germany.
Between the 16th and 19th centuries, the town’s hangman resided in the segregated tower of this structure, resulting in its daunting moniker.
This bridge was constructed to replace part of the town’s fortified wall, after it was washed away by a devastating flood.
In the mid 20th century, after being damaged by war, this stone based, wood covered, and tile roofed structure was reconstructed.
Medieval Germany was highly influenced by religious and folkloric superstition, and it was because of this that the town hangman had to live in absolute seclusion.
This once taboo structure is now cherished by the town, and provides beauty, function, and a stark but interesting history.