Lüneburg Water Tower, Water tower in southeastern old town of Lüneburg, Germany.
Lüneburg Water Tower is a brick structure standing 55 meters tall with a square base measuring 18 meters on each side. The interior contained a water tank with a capacity of 500 cubic meters that supplied drinking water to the city.
The structure was built between 1905 and 1907 following architect Franz Krüger's design and supplied water to the city until 1986. Its decommissioning marked the end of over 80 years serving as essential water supply infrastructure for Lüneburg.
The tower now serves as a venue for concerts, exhibitions, and weddings, with the space drawing hundreds of couples each year to celebrate their marriages. This second life shows how the community has transformed an industrial structure into a cultural gathering place.
The tower is located roughly 600 meters from Lüneburg train station and 300 meters from Am Sande square, making it easy to reach on foot. Bicycle racks and a repair station are available for visitors arriving by bike.
Tenth-grade students from the nearby secondary school lead guided tours every Saturday morning, explaining the cityscape and technical details to visitors. This student-run program creates a direct connection between education and public access to the building's history.
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