Bismarck Tower, Observation tower in Herford, Germany
The Bismarck Tower stands at 23.33 meters tall on Stucken-Berg hill, constructed with sandstone blocks to provide views across the surrounding region.
Built to honor Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of Germany, this tower belongs to a network of 240 similar structures erected between 1869 and 1934.
The tower received official recognition as an architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia, reflecting its importance to German memorial architecture.
Visitors can access the tower during specific Sundays and public holidays from April through October between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
The structure contains original brazier installations used for ceremonial fires, marking significant dates in German history through coordinated illuminations.
Location: Herford
Accessibility: Rolstoelontoegankelijk
Operator: Freundeskreis Herforder Bismarckturm e.V.
Opening Hours: april-oktober: Zondag[1] 11:00-17:00; april-oktober: Zondag[3] 11:00-17:00; april-oktober: Zondag[5] 11:00-17:00; Feestdagen 11:00-17:00
Website: https://bismarckturm-herford.de
GPS coordinates: 52.12053,8.71629
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:54
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