Heublein Tower, Observation tower in Simsbury, Connecticut, US.
The Heublein Tower rises 165 feet above Talcott Mountain, offering views of the Hartford skyline and Farmington River Valley from its observation platform.
Gilbert Heublein, a food industry leader known for A1 Steak Sauce and Smirnoff vodka, built this tower in 1914 as a summer residence.
The tower received multiple pronunciations over time, from the German HOY-blyne to the American HY-blyne, reflecting its cultural evolution in Connecticut.
Visitors need to climb 120 steps to reach the observation room, with access available through a 1.25-mile trail from the Route 185 parking area.
The structure contains Connecticut's first residential elevator and features a steel frame with 12-inch girders anchored into bedrock to withstand strong winds.
Location: Connecticut
Location: Simsbury
Inception: 1914
Architects: Smith & Bassette
Address: 1 Summit Drive, Simsbury, CT 06070 06001 06001
Opening Hours: Poniedziałek-Piątek 10:00-12:00,13:00-16:00
GPS coordinates: 41.82588,-72.79850
Latest update: May 10, 2025 16:21
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