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- Karlsplatz (Stachus) • 2 min walk
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK186,657 contributions
June 2019 • Solo
Karlstor is one of what used to be the gates into Munich's walled city and fortifications from the medieval ages till late into the 18th century. It served as a major defensive fortification and checkpoint. The gate consists of of three arches and is the entrances to Neuhauserstrasse, one of the main shopping streets of Munich.
Written 3 June 2019
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Brad
Hong Kong, China176,027 contributions
Dec 2019
We recently returned to Munich and stayed near Karlsplatz, meaning quite a few walks through Karlstor as we entered and exited the Old Town each day. This is one of the four medieval period city gates that you can still see while visiting the city centre, it is located on the west side along Neuhauser Straße.
Karlstor was known as Neuhauser Tor from the 13th to late 18th century when it was renamed. Reconstructed in 1861, Karlstor was given a Neo-Gothic architectural overhaul. What you will find is a rather subtle structure with a centre main entrance large enough for carts (or small vehicles) although the street is now pedestrian only.
You will also see two side towers with smaller pedestrian entrances. The city gate is topped with battlements. Further, within the main entrance, you'll also find three bronze figures that were originally part of the Fish Fountain at Marienplatz. These are neat to see as well.
Karlstor was known as Neuhauser Tor from the 13th to late 18th century when it was renamed. Reconstructed in 1861, Karlstor was given a Neo-Gothic architectural overhaul. What you will find is a rather subtle structure with a centre main entrance large enough for carts (or small vehicles) although the street is now pedestrian only.
You will also see two side towers with smaller pedestrian entrances. The city gate is topped with battlements. Further, within the main entrance, you'll also find three bronze figures that were originally part of the Fish Fountain at Marienplatz. These are neat to see as well.
Written 10 December 2019
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Fabian B
Soenderborg, Denmark149 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Basically you need to pass this gate to go to the historical center . A short walk from a lot of attractions and close to the train. Makes sense to visit of pass by. Has a lot of history in it .
Written 30 April 2019
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AliZma
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia332 contributions
July 2017 • Friends
Its right there in the heart of the city. All the classical buildings all around you. Once you come out of the train and reach here, then after that its like in a Bavaria with electricity and cars. There are shops all around. Lot of cafes n restaurants here, so in case you are feeling hungry or tired. But the best place if you like to take a stroll.
Written 20 December 2017
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Chris V
Lynnwood, WA195 contributions
June 2018 • Couples
You will likely pass through this gate if you come to the city center from the train station. If not, it’s not really worth a separate trip. It’s large, but just a small section of wall with an arched opening.
Written 19 June 2018
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Linda Yap
Kota Bharu, Malaysia2 contributions
Jan 2019
Is a great place to visit, There are many places to visit nearby especially the beer museum. It's also very close to the subway station
Written 10 December 2019
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Jody172
Dunedin, New Zealand80 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
We came across this by accident finding our way back to our hotel at night, so we didn't stop. Looks like what you would expect to see on a castle. Might be better during the day.
Written 17 November 2019
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TrooperMax
Ottawa, Canada316 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Nothing spectacular but makes for a great picture. You'll need to come through the gate if your coming from the central station area. You'll want to enter then head to marienplatz
Written 29 August 2019
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Dennis T
Asia223 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
We walked from Central Station to Karlsplatz, about 7 minutes walk. Beautiful street and nice gate, with other historic buildings lining the street.
Written 11 May 2019
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Brad
Hong Kong, China176,027 contributions
June 2018 • Couples
Karlstor (Karl's Gate) is one of the four city gates that formed part of the medieval fortifications around the city before the walls were demolished in 1791. It is located on the western side of the Old Town, near Karlsplatz and is the entrance into the city along popular Neuhauser Straße.
Here you find a large centre entrance with two smaller pedestrian entrances under two towers. The towers were redesigned in 1861 in Neo-Gothic design. It is a simple entrance, lacking in elaborate decoration an ornamentation. Give Karlstor a quick look when passing through the area. That should be good enough.
Worth seeing are the two mosaic insets above the side passages as well the three bronze figures along the wall inside the main entrance. These originally came from the Fish Fountain at Marienplatz.
Here you find a large centre entrance with two smaller pedestrian entrances under two towers. The towers were redesigned in 1861 in Neo-Gothic design. It is a simple entrance, lacking in elaborate decoration an ornamentation. Give Karlstor a quick look when passing through the area. That should be good enough.
Worth seeing are the two mosaic insets above the side passages as well the three bronze figures along the wall inside the main entrance. These originally came from the Fish Fountain at Marienplatz.
Written 30 June 2018
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