Witches’ Tower
The 12th century Witches’ Tower is the oldest of what were once three prison towers. Before the witch hunts reached Memmingen, it was called the "Adulterers’ Tower".
Einlass - Admission Tower
Built in 1475 as a part of the expansion of the wall encircling the increasing city sprawl, this served as a city gate to admit latecomers after the curfew. Entry was granted for a fee. Two gatekeepers checked each person who entered and opened and closed three heavy wooden gates in succession to allow the latecomer to pass through.
Ulmer Tor - Ulm Gate
The northern boundary of the old town was begun in the 14th century and completed in 1470. On it’s northern face, you can see the double eagle signifying the German nation’s allegiance to the Holy Roman Empire.
Westertor - West Gate
Until 1647, it had the form of a late Medieval gate with a gabled roof. It’s current form dates from 1660.
Lindauer Tor - Lindau Gate
This gate was first mentioned in 1371 as the Lindauer or Krugstor. On the southernmost side to the left of the main entry, you can see a cannonball from 1647 embedded in the wall.
Kempter Tor - Kempten Gate
Begun in the 14th century and completed in 1497. In 1543, Emperor Charles V entered the city through the gate with 5000 soldiers. The city wall next to the gate is well preserved with battlements.
