Once around the cathedral in 30 years

Modern stone restoration techniques

20/09/2023

by Erich Pummer

Only available in German.

**Gargoyle at the Westwerk: in-situ vacuum preservation**

**Erich Pummer at the top of the south tower**

**West facade previous state, fully restored northern section, southern section before restoration**

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In 30 Jahren einmal um den Dom

Technologies

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