The Ferry Gate Tower is located on the outer edge of the old town of Hann. Münden.
One tower, two names!The Ferry Gate, after which the tower is named, was first mentioned in a document in 1383. It was once part of the medieval city fortifications.
In 1848, the owner of the Haendler & Natermann company bought the tower in order to produce lead shot in it. In the course of this, the tower was extended from its original height of 26 metres to 40 metres.
In the tower casting process, lead was melted and poured through a sieve. In the process, the lead drops fell down into the well like hailstones, which is why the tower is still called the Hagel Tower today. Hail shot was produced here until the 1980s.
The tower offers a fantastic view of the historic old town of Hann. Münden. Visitors can climb the stairs and enjoy the picturesque landscape from the viewing platform.
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In 1848, the owner of the Haendler & Natermann company bought the tower in order to produce lead shot in it. In the course of this, the tower was extended from its original height of 26 metres to 40 metres.
In the tower casting process, lead was melted and poured through a sieve. In the process, the lead drops fell down into the well like hailstones, which is why the tower is still called the Hagel Tower today. Hail shot was produced here until the 1980s.
The tower offers a fantastic view of the historic old town of Hann. Münden. Visitors can climb the stairs and enjoy the picturesque landscape from the viewing platform.
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