Uetliberg TV-tower, Television tower on Uetliberg mountain, Switzerland
Description
The Uetliberg TV-tower is a 186.7-meter-tall concrete structure on Uetliberg mountain that broadcasts radio and television signals. The design allows the structure to handle strong winds while serving the entire Zurich metropolitan region.
History
The first transmission structure was built on Uetliberg in 1953 and enabled the first television broadcast in Switzerland. The current structure was completed in 1990 as a replacement to meet growing broadcasting needs.
Culture
The tower serves as a broadcast hub for radio and television in the German-speaking region around Zurich. It remains a recognizable landmark that shapes the area's skyline.
Practical
The tower is not open to visitors, but can be reached by several hiking trails that lead to the summit of Uetliberg. The climb is part of a popular walking destination near Zurich.
Did you know?
The tower's foundation is anchored deep into the mountain and allows it to sway several meters in strong winds without structural damage. This flexibility is important for remaining stable at an exposed mountain peak.
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