Spiegelslust tower, Observation tower in Marburg, Germany.
The sandstone tower stands 36 meters tall with 167 internal steps, providing panoramic views of Marburg and its surrounding landscapes.
Built between 1887 and 1890, the tower commemorates Wilhelm I and features memorial plaques honoring soldiers from Marburg who died in the Franco-Prussian War.
Students at Marburg University maintain a traditional belief that climbing the tower before examinations leads to failing their academic tests.
Visitors can reach the tower through a steep 200-meter elevation hike, or take bus lines 7 and 2 followed by a 15-minute walk.
The tower includes an interactive light installation called Siebensiebenzwölfnullsieben, which visitors can activate by phone to create heart-shaped illuminations.
Location: Marburg
Inception: 1890
Height: 36 m
Made from material: sandstone
GPS coordinates: 50.81484,8.78872
Latest update: May 12, 2025 11:43
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