Bucksturm: A Tower of History

Built in the early 13th century, Bucksturm served as a watchtower within Osnabrück's city walls. Its unique construction and rich historical narrative compel visitors to explore its past.

The tower originally functioned as a guard post on the Bocksmauer section of the city wall. With a diameter of 10.7 meters, it housed prisoners, including notable figures like Count Simon of Lippe. The tower’s use as a torture chamber during the witch hunts of the 16th and 17th centuries adds a darker chapter to its legacy.

Significant Features

• 🏰 Original watchtower architecture
• 🔒 Historical prison and torture chamber
• 📜 Exhibition on witch-hunting

Today, visitors can access a historical exhibition dedicated to witch-hunting. The site is free to enter, making it suitable for historians, tourists, and families interested in medieval history.