A pincer gate (German: Zangentor) is a gate in a fortification that is deeply embedded between two inward angled exterior walls. Those wishing to enter...
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remains can be visited, as can a reconstruction (further south). It was a Zangentor, i.e. the wall protruded on both sides in front of the actual entrance...
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parts still about 3 m high, has eight gates – variants of the late Celtic Zangentor [de]. One of them, with a 35 m long entry way, is one of the largest and...
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extends for 1.6 kilometres. Two main entrances were built as pincer or Zangentor defensive works. In addition to the main rampart, a secondary rampart...
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