Saarkran Saarbrücken, Historical harbour crane in Alt-Saarbrücken, Germany
The Saarkran stands next to the Wilhelm-Heinrich Bridge, featuring a traditional design for loading and unloading goods from vessels on the Saar River.
Friedrich Joachim Stengel designed this harbour crane in 1763, marking the development of trade infrastructure along the Saar River during the 18th century.
This monument represents the maritime commerce heritage of Saarbrücken, connecting the city's industrial past with contemporary urban development initiatives.
The crane structure remains visible from the exterior without entry fees, while local authorities plan renovations to restore its historical appearance.
The original mechanism included a barrel and bird decoration on its boom, which authorities aim to reconstruct during future restoration projects.
Location: Saarbrücken
Inception: 1763
Architects: Friedrich Joachim Stengel
Address: Saarufer
GPS coordinates: 49.23330,6.99192
Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:42
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