Finials of Cologne Cathedral, Concrete artwork at Kardinal-Höffner-Platz, Cologne, Germany
The concrete finial stands as a 1:1 replica of the cathedral spire, positioned between VisitKöln entrance and the main cathedral entrance.
In 1880, the original finials were installed atop the north and south towers of Cologne Cathedral, reaching heights between 149 to 157 meters.
The finials represent the last phase of Gothic architectural development at Cologne Cathedral, incorporating copper reinforcements and displaying green patina effects.
The replica finial serves as a central meeting point for city tours, with information plaques in multiple languages providing details about its construction.
The structure consists of 37 cubic meters of stone divided into 24 individual pieces, requiring specific engineering solutions for maintaining stability.
Location: Cologne
Made from material: concrete
GPS coordinates: 50.94130,6.95639
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:29
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