Bismarckturm

The Bismarckturm is a brick tower standing on Vogelberg hill in Lütjenburg, rising about 18 meters high. A narrow spiral staircase with 96 steps leads up to an observation platform with views over the surrounding landscape.

The tower was built from architect Hugo Groothoff's design and opened on September 2, 1898. It came about through an initiative by Lütjenburg's citizens and belongs to a group of Bismarck monuments that arose across northern Germany during that era.

The tower is named after Otto von Bismarck, the 19th century Prussian statesman, and a nearby peace oak marks the end of the Franco-German War. You can see how this monument reflects the local connection to that historical period.

The climb is strenuous because of the tight spiral staircase, so wear comfortable shoes with good grip. The best time to visit is during dry weather when the view is clear and the steps are safe to walk on.

The German national football team visited this tower in 1966 under coach Helmut Schön as part of their preparation for international matches. This visit shows how the site was regarded as an important point in German sports history at that time.

Location: Lütjenburg

Inception: 1898

Architects: Hugo Groothoff

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Height: 18.5 m

GPS coordinates: 54.29570,10.59010

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:48