Fernmeldeturm Ober-Olm, Radio transmission tower in Ober-Olm, Germany.
Fernmeldeturm Ober-Olm is a concrete transmission tower that rises 108.35 meters (355 feet) above ground and sits at an elevation of 255 meters (837 feet) above sea level. The structure broadcasts radio and communications signals across the surrounding region.
The tower was constructed in 1966 at an initial height of 70.35 meters (231 feet) to broadcast radio and communications signals to the region. A major extension was completed in 1990 to increase the structure to its current height and accommodate modern transmission needs.
Local residents affectionately call this transmission tower the "Ober-Olm Asparagus" because its tall, slender shape resembles the white asparagus varieties grown in the region. This nickname shows how closely the structure has become part of everyday local identity.
The tower broadcasts on multiple frequencies including 100.6 MHz for RPR1 and 104.5 MHz for bigFM, covering the Mainz-Bingen district. Its elevated location helps ensure strong signal coverage across the region.
The structure maintains eleven separate directional radio connections that allow communication signals to be transmitted in multiple directions simultaneously. This technical setup makes it a key hub for communication across wide areas.
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