The tower was built in 1615 by Peter Carlone. Originally named Mautturm (toll tower), its colloquial name changed to Schwammerlturm (mushroom tower) after getting its new domed roof in 1794.
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The tower was built in 1615 by Peter Carlone. Originally named Mautturm (toll tower), its colloquial name changed to Schwammerlturm (mushroom tower) after getting its new domed roof in 1794.