Kruttornet (Powder Tower)
Kruttornet
The oldest building in the old town, a 12th-century square defensive tower that you can climb for views over the harbor and city walls.
The Powder Tower is Visby's oldest surviving building, dating from the 12th century. It was originally a free-standing defensive tower guarding the harbor entrance, later incorporated into the city wall system. It got its name from its use to store gunpowder. The square limestone tower can be climbed in summer via a narrow wooden staircase, with views over Almedalen, the harbor and the Baltic Sea. It is managed by the Gotland Museum, and opening hours are limited to summer only. The staircase is steep, so it is not suitable for visitors with mobility difficulties.
Opening hours
Jun–Aug approx. 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Fiskargränd
- Almedalen
- Gotland Museum (Fornsalen)
- Visby Botanical Garden
- Visby City Wall
- St. Karin's Church Ruins & Stora Torget
- St. Clemens Church Ruins
- Visby Cathedral (St. Mary's)