Schreckenbergturm, Fortified tower ruins in Zierenberg, Germany
The Schreckenbergturm stands 15.5 meters tall at 460 meters above sea level on the Großer Schreckenberg mountain near Zierenberg in northern Hesse.
Built as a defensive watchtower in the 18th century, the structure underwent reconstruction in 1911 and subsequent renovation in 1991 using natural stone materials.
The Hessisch-Waldeckischer Gebirgs- und Heimatverein branch of Zierenberg maintains this observation tower as part of the region's architectural heritage.
Visitors reach the tower via forest paths including the Habichtswaldsteig trail, which leads through a volcanic basalt field known as Blaue Steine.
The observation platform offers views of Warmetal valley, Großer Bärenberg, Burghasunger Berg, and Hoher Dörnberg across the surrounding landscape.
Location: Zierenberg
GPS coordinates: 51.37662,9.30873
Latest update: March 8, 2025 04:19
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