Bismarckstein, Bismarck tower in Göttingen, Germany
The Bismarckstein features a square base with two external staircases leading to a seven-meter-high viewing platform overlooking the city of Göttingen.
The memorial was constructed in 1903 following a nationwide movement to honor Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of the German Empire.
Local residents refer to the structure as 'Elefantenklo' due to its distinctive architectural form, reflecting the integration of the monument into community vernacular.
The monument underwent extensive renovation work before reopening to visitors on September 11, 2005, during the Day of Open Monuments celebration.
The original design included twelve fire columns surrounding a central fire bowl on the platform, though these elements were removed during the 1970s.
Location: Göttingen
Accessibility: No accesible en silla de ruedas
GPS coordinates: 51.54990,9.96361
Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:35
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