Mastekranen, Baroque crane in Nyholm, Denmark
Mastekranen stands as a timber structure within a masonry tower, featuring distinctive lower windows that create an optical illusion of increased height.
Built between 1748 and 1751 by Philip de Lange, this masting sheer enabled the Royal Naval Shipyard to mount heavy masts vertically on sailing vessels.
The structure represents the evolution of Danish maritime engineering, marking the transition from manual mast mounting to mechanical lifting in naval construction.
Located at coordinates 55.6881°N and 12.6060°E, the crane remains accessible to visitors exploring the former Royal Naval Shipyard at Holmen.
The crane witnessed the scuttling of Danish fleet vessels during World War II, including HDMS Peder Skram sinking at its adjacent quay.
Location: Copenhagen Municipality
Inception: 1751
Architects: Philip de Lange
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 55.68810,12.60600
Latest update: March 11, 2025 05:56
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