Eschenberg tower, Observation tower in Mattenbach district, Winterthur, Switzerland.
The steel structure of Eschenberg Tower rises 30 meters high at an elevation of 591 meters above sea level in the Canton of Zurich.
The construction of Eschenberg Tower was completed in 1890, establishing it as a permanent fixture in the Winterthur landscape for over 130 years.
The tower represents a significant architectural monument within district 7 of Winterthur and holds official status as a listed building of cantonal importance.
Located at Schneisenstrasse in Winterthur, the tower provides access points and viewing platforms for observing the surrounding Swiss landscapes throughout the year.
The steel construction stands as one of the earliest observation towers in the Canton of Zurich, maintaining its original structural design since 1888.
Location: Mattenbach
Location: Winterthur
Location: Zürich
Inception: 19 century
Elevation above the sea: 591 m
Height: 30 m
Made from material: steel
Part of: list of cultural properties in Winterthur/district 7
Address: Schneisenstrasse, 8400 Winterthur 8400 8400
GPS coordinates: 47.48107,8.73490
Latest update: March 9, 2025 13:42
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