Bayer Cross Leverkusen, Electronic signage in Leverkusen, Germany.
The Bayer Cross structure spans 51 meters in diameter and hangs between two steel masts reaching 118 meters in height above the Chempark complex.
The first Bayer Cross was constructed in 1933 between two power plant smokestacks, measuring 72 meters before its dismantling during World War II in 1944.
The illuminated cross represents both the industrial legacy of Leverkusen and serves as a primary visual reference point for residents and travelers in the region.
Modern LED technology replaced the original 1,680 incandescent bulbs, reducing energy consumption by 80 percent while maintaining the bright display throughout the night.
The structure turns off between 10 PM and 4 AM during spring and autumn migrations to prevent interference with bird navigation patterns.
Location: Leverkusen
GPS coordinates: 51.02220,6.98847
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:48
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