Vesilinna, Water tower on Yliopistonmäki hill, Turku, Finland
The concrete water tower contains two large tanks with a total capacity of 6,000 cubic meters to supply water to the region.
During World War II, construction of Vesilinna paused in the Winter War but reached completion in 1941 during the Continuation War.
The tower represents a combination of industrial design and public utility, created by architects Erik Bryggman and Albert Richardtson.
The facility, operated by Turun vesihuolto oy, includes a climbing wall beneath the water tanks for recreational purposes.
The structure features gray limestone and sand facades with distinct pilasters framing the rectangular base of the building.
Location: Keskusta
Location: Turku
Operator: Turun vesihuolto oy
Address: 1 Vesilinnantie 20500 Turku
GPS coordinates: 60.45570,22.28461
Latest update: September 24, 2025 11:12
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