JenTower, High-rise building in Jena, Germany
The cylindrical glass tower rises 144.5 meters into the sky with 29 floors, making it the tallest building in eastern Germany.
The tower opened in 1973 as a research center for VEB Carl Zeiss Jena, designed by East German architect Hermann Henselmann in the shape of a telescope.
The building demonstrates East German architectural innovation through its circular form and modernist design principles, reflecting the scientific heritage of Jena.
The tower contains offices, a hotel, restaurants, and an observation deck that provides views across the city from 128 meters above ground level.
The structure underwent complete renovation between 1999 and 2000, transforming from a research facility into a modern commercial center with a glass facade.
Location: Jena
Inception: 1972
Architects: Hermann Henselmann
Official opening: 1973
Floors above the ground: 29
Height: 144.5 m
Website: http://www.jentower.de/
Website: http://jentower.de
GPS coordinates: 50.92861,11.58444
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:09
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