Tröckneturm, Industrial heritage building in Lachen, St. Gallen, Switzerland
Description
The Tröckneturm is an industrial building from the early 19th century in Lachen that served textile manufacturing needs of that era. Its multiple floors are connected by internal staircases that reveal how production was organized vertically in a single structure.
History
The tower was built in 1828 and marks the shift in textile manufacturing methods during Switzerland's industrial transformation. It shows how manufacturers developed new building types to make production more efficient for their operations.
Culture
The tower represents the importance of textile production in shaping St. Gallen's identity and economy during the industrial era. Walking around it, you can see how manufacturing was central to the city's development and prosperity.
Practical
The building is easy to spot from outside and is located in the Lachen district where it blends into the historic industrial area. Walking around the neighborhood helps you discover other old factory buildings and understand how the area developed.
Did you know?
The tower was specifically designed for drying textiles, with openings along its sides that allowed natural air to flow through the structure. This thoughtful design reveals how craftspeople integrated physics and practicality into their buildings.
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