Steintor (Stone Gate), Rostock
The Stone Gate, in its current form, was meticulously constructed in the Renaissance architectural style between 1574 and 1577. It occupies a prominent position in the southern part of the historic Rostock city fortifications, replacing its predecessor, which had been demolished in 1566.
The Stone Gate, although it has evolved over the centuries, serves as a tangible link to Rostock's past. Despite enduring severe damage during World War II, the gate was faithfully reconstructed with dedication and care between 1950 and 1956.
Architecturally, the Stone Gate reflects the elegance and grandeur of Dutch Renaissance design, which was in vogue during the 16th century. Its field side exudes simplicity, while the city side presents a striking facade adorned with seals, the city's coat of arms, and an inscription that reads, "Sit intra te concordia et publica felicitas," meaning "Within your walls reign harmony and general welfare."
The Stone Gate, although it has evolved over the centuries, serves as a tangible link to Rostock's past. Despite enduring severe damage during World War II, the gate was faithfully reconstructed with dedication and care between 1950 and 1956.
Architecturally, the Stone Gate reflects the elegance and grandeur of Dutch Renaissance design, which was in vogue during the 16th century. Its field side exudes simplicity, while the city side presents a striking facade adorned with seals, the city's coat of arms, and an inscription that reads, "Sit intra te concordia et publica felicitas," meaning "Within your walls reign harmony and general welfare."
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Steintor (Stone Gate) on Map
Sight Name: Steintor (Stone Gate)
Sight Location: Rostock, Germany (See walking tours in Rostock)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Rostock, Germany (See walking tours in Rostock)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Rostock, Germany
Create Your Own Walk in Rostock
Creating your own self-guided walk in Rostock is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
As you meander through Warnem眉nde today, it's hard to imagine its humble beginnings as a quaint fishing village. It was formally integrated into Rostock... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Rostock Introduction Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Rostock was originally founded by Polabian Slavs in the 11th century as "Roztoc," which means "fork of a... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles