The Henkersteg in Nuremberg is a pedestrian bridge over the Pegnitz river that dates back to the 15th century. It is named after the Henkerturm, the former residence of the imperial city’s executioner. The bridge has been renovated or rebuilt several times over the years. After sustaining severe damage during World War II, it was reconstructed in 1954.
The large half-timbered house to the left of it is the Weinstadel, whose name derives from the wine cellar that was located on the ground floor in the 16th century. Today, it houses a student dormitory.
The building to the right behind the Henkerturm was part of the historic Trödelmarktinsel, a densely built-up quarter of artisans and merchants during the Middle Ages and early modern period. The houses on the island were not rebuilt in their original form after the war.
The Henkersteg in Nuremberg is a pedestrian bridge over the Pegnitz river that dates back to the 15th century. It is named after the Henkerturm, the former residence of the imperial city’s executioner. The bridge has been renovated or rebuilt several times over the years. After sustaining severe damage during World War II, it was reconstructed in 1954.
The large half-timbered house to the left of it is the Weinstadel, whose name derives from the wine cellar that was located on the ground floor in the 16th century. Today, it houses a student dormitory.
The building to the right behind the Henkerturm was part of the historic Trödelmarktinsel, a densely built-up quarter of artisans and merchants during the Middle Ages and early modern period. The houses on the island were not rebuilt in their original form after the war.