Tour à plomb de Couëron, Industrial monument in Couëron, France.
The Lead Shot Tower of Couëron stands 69 meters tall with a diameter of 11.30 meters, marking the Loire River estuary landscape.
Built in 1878, this industrial tower produced lead shot through a process where molten lead dropped from the top, forming spherical pellets during the fall.
The tower represents the industrial heritage of the Loire-Atlantique region, illustrating the technological advancement of 19th-century metallurgy methods.
Located on the banks of the Loire River, the tower serves as a reference point for maritime navigation and remains accessible for public viewing.
The tower functioned until 1988, using a specialized technique where lead droplets solidified into perfect spheres during their 69-meter descent.
Location: Couëron
GPS coordinates: 47.20928,-1.72012
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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