Bismarck Tower

Bismarck Tower is a stone structure in Erfurt that rises to about 22 meters and was designed with an observation platform near the top. The construction reflects the architectural style typical of such memorial buildings from the early 1900s.

The tower was built in 1901 by a well-known architect and was part of a larger wave of memorial construction happening at that time. The construction occurred during a period when such towers were being erected across Germany.

The tower reflects a widespread movement across German territories where many similar structures were built to commemorate important figures. It shows how monuments can shift in meaning and use across different periods of history.

The structure is currently not open to the public due to safety concerns regarding its condition. Visitors can view the monument from the outside and explore the surrounding area.

During the Cold War period in East Germany, the building was renamed Peace Tower to break its original connection. This renaming shows how political periods shaped the way monuments were understood.

Location: Erfurt

Website: http://erfurter-bismarckturm.de/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=12&Itemid=26

GPS coordinates: 50.95047,11.04018

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:05