Tour de Moron, Observation tower in Malleray, Switzerland
The Tour de Moron stands 30.8 meters high at an elevation of 1329 meters, offering views of the Jura mountains and valleys.
Swiss architect Mario Botta designed this concrete structure, which was constructed by apprentices from the Halles de Suisse Romande et de Sursee.
The tower represents a combination of architectural innovation and educational purpose, serving as a training ground for future construction professionals.
Visitors need to reserve guided tours seven days in advance, with sessions available in French and German lasting approximately ninety minutes.
The tower ranks as the fourth highest point among sixty-two peaks in the Arrondissement administratif du Jura bernois, at coordinates 47.2628041, 7.2664804.
Location: Valbirse
Location: Bern
Architects: Mario Botta
Elevation above the sea: 1,329 m
Height: 30.8 m
Made from material: concrete
Website: https://tourdemoron.ch/fr
GPS coordinates: 47.26280,7.26648
Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:21
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