Mannheim Observatory, Baroque tower and cultural heritage monument in Mannheim, Germany
The observatory reaches 33 meters in height and features four floors constructed entirely from sandstone in the baroque architectural style.
Charles Theodore, Elector of Bavaria, ordered the construction of this astronomical observatory between 1772 and 1774 for scientific research purposes.
Christian Mayer conducted astronomical research at this facility, making it an internationally recognized center that received visits from Mozart and Franklin.
The observatory building currently functions as studio apartments while maintaining its status as a protected architectural monument in Germany.
The structure served as an astronomical research facility from 1774 to 1880 before its instruments were transferred to the new Heidelberg Observatory.
Location: Mannheim
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Floors above the ground: 4
Height: 33 m
Made from material: sandstone
Website: http://alte-sternwarte-mannheim.de
GPS coordinates: 49.48650,8.45970
Latest update: November 24, 2025 08:02
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