Fernsehturm Heidelberg, Transmission tower on Königstuhl hill, Heidelberg, Germany
The Fernsehturm Heidelberg stands 82 meters tall at an elevation of 570 meters, transmitting television and radio signals across northern Baden and surrounding regions.
Constructed in 1958, the tower served multiple purposes, including functioning as a water tower with storage tanks positioned behind its observation platform.
The structure broadcasts four SWR radio programs and multiple digital channels, making it central to regional media distribution across Baden-Württemberg.
While the tower contains an observation deck at 30 meters height accessible by elevator, it remains closed to visitors since 2002 due to maintenance requirements.
The tower's height remains relatively modest at 82 meters because its position atop Königstuhl hill provides sufficient elevation for signal transmission.
Location: Heidelberg
Made from material: concrete
GPS coordinates: 49.40380,8.72841
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:57
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