Watertoren, Water tower on Koerheuvelweg, Rhenen, Netherlands
The Watertoren is a water tower in Rhenen with a distinctive structure nearly 43 meters tall and nine stories high. It once stored about 600 cubic meters of water and was later converted to residential use, with modern row houses built around its base.
The tower was designed in 1935 by architect H. van Hoogdalem and began supplying water to the region in May 1937. Its function as a water tower ended in 1989, after which the building was repurposed.
The tower became a local landmark after its conversion from a hotel to apartments and continues to shape the area's character today. Residents and visitors see it as part of the town's identity and as a reminder of the area's industrial past.
The tower sits on a hill roughly 51 meters high and remains visible from a distance, making it a helpful landmark for orientation. When visiting, you can use its elevated position to explore the surroundings and understand the area's layout.
The building was originally a hotel called Koerheuvel before it was converted into a water tower. This dual history makes the structure an unusual example of how buildings have been repurposed in the region.
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