Bommerholz Water Tower

The Bommerholz Water Tower in Witten is a structure with distinctive expressionist architectural elements. Its construction displays characteristic features of industrial water supply systems from the early 1900s.

The tower was built in 1910 and served as an important part of Witten's water infrastructure during industrial growth. Its significance led to official recognition as an architectural heritage monument in 1986.

This structure is part of the Route of Industrial Culture, a network of industrial sites across the Ruhr region. You can observe how the building reflects the technological evolution of the area through its design.

The tower is located in the Bommerholz district and can be reached via Turmstraße. Visitors should note that it is a protected monument, so viewing is from the outside.

The building stands as an example of expressionist industrial architecture, showing how artistic approaches were applied to functional structures. This blend of art and engineering makes it a noteworthy example of industrial modernity.

Location: Witten

Inception: 1910

Architectural style: expressionist architecture

Part of: Route der Industriekultur – Geschichte und Gegenwart der Ruhr, Route der Industriekultur – Wasser: Werke, Türme und Turbinen

GPS coordinates: 51.40358,7.32147

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:45