Reichenbacher Turm

Tower Görlitz, Saxony, Germany

What to expect

The Reichenbacher Turm is a preserved part of the western city fortifications of Görlitz, and with 51 meters, it is the highest of the three preserved watch and defense towers of the city. The tower's history dates back to the 13th century, and it has undergone several transformations over the years, including the addition of a wooden tower top in 1485 and a copper-covered Baroque roof in 1782. Today, the Reichenbacher Turm is part of the Kulturhistorischen Museums Görlitz and offers a unique view of the city. The tower features various exhibition objects on its different floors, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

Plan your family visit to the Reichenbacher Turm with these blog insights 👇

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The charming Görlitz: An insider tip in Saxony

The charming Görlitz: An insider tip in Saxony
This family's experience:

Activities: We decided to climb the Reichenbacher Turm at the Obermarkt. It has 51 meters and is the largest in the city. We went up 165 steps to the roof of the tower. Through small windows in the round of the tower we could look over the roofs of Görlitz

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the view from the top of the tower, and it gave us a good overview of the city. We could see the surrounding area as well ✨