The 55m-high, 13th-century Altpörtel, the city’s western gate, is the only remaining part of the town wall. Its clock dates from 1761. Climbing 154 steps to the top of the Altpörtel rewards you with breathtaking views on a clear day. On the second floor, a permanent exhibition covers the history of Speyer.
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