Schaumbergturm, Observation tower in Tholey, Germany.
Schaumbergturm is an observation tower in Tholey made entirely of concrete, rising 52 meters into the air at an elevation of 562 meters above sea level. The structure offers sweeping views of the landscape from its platform, allowing visitors to see the surrounding region from above.
The current structure opened on September 19, 1976, replacing an earlier building from 1927 that housed a memorial chapel for fallen soldiers. This relocation to a new location marked a turning point in the site's past.
The tower houses exhibitions about Franco-German friendship and environmental protection that visitors can explore while learning about these themes. The displays show how these subjects matter to the region and shape how people here think about their surroundings.
Visitors can reach the observation platform via stairs or a panoramic elevator, with parking available at the tower's base. It helps to check opening hours before visiting and stay flexible if weather conditions change.
Construction workers refused to demolish the crucifix from the earlier tower, leading to its preservation near the Sotzweiler highway junction. This remnant from another era still stands there today, telling a story of respect for what came before.
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