The Berg Gate is on the northwest corner of the complex. The oldest part of the complex is a prison, built in 1400. There are two guard houses, shown here, on either side of the opening. They went up in the 16th century. Apparently there was a little peephole, so that spotted enemies that come to the door could be drenched with hot tar. That's a way to keep unwanted guests away.
Even better, there are attractions in the other direction from this photo's angle. There is a nice garden nearby, plus a viewpoint that has a great view of a slope leading away from the old town as well as a distant view of the southwest part of the town.
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