Theresienwarte, Wooden observation tower in Baden, Austria.
The Theresienwarte is a wooden observation tower made of modern larch materials that rises on Hühnerberg hill and features a viewing platform at approximately 17 meters high. The structure combines traditional building materials with contemporary design, showing how modern architecture can blend into a historic setting.
The original tower was funded by Theresia Göschl in 1884 and marked a milestone in Baden's development as a resort town. After several renovations, the 1980 version was eventually torn down, and the current tower was completed in 2016 as a modern replacement.
The tower is named after Theresia Göschl, a figure from Baden's past, and stands alongside monuments honoring Austrian composers like Lanner and Strauss. From above, visitors see the landscape that once inspired these musicians.
The tower sits on an easy-to-reach hiking route on Hühnerberg that is accessible on foot from Baden's center. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes, as the climb to the viewing platform involves stairs and steps throughout.
The larch wood used to build the new tower is a native timber that is highly durable and resistant to weather, making it particularly suited for outdoor structures in Alpine regions. This material choice shows how local resources are consciously used in modern Austrian architecture.
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