Watertower Geesthacht

Watertower Geesthacht is a cylindrical concrete structure with a white exterior and an elevated storage tank on top. The building was designed as part of the industrial complex and stands near the former nuclear power station.

The tower was built in the early 1900s as part of the Krümmel dynamite factory, which established Geesthacht as an industrial site. After the factory closed, it remained as a relic of that production era and was later protected.

The tower was a familiar landmark for residents over many decades and shaped how people saw their industrial town. Today it reminds visitors of an era when such structures were a normal part of daily life.

The tower stands in Krümmel, easily reachable via the main roads through Geesthacht and clearly visible from the outside. Visitors can view it at any time from the exterior without entry restrictions.

The tower is currently operated by Vattenfall and marks the transition of the site from explosives manufacturing to modern energy production. This shift is visible in how the old industrial monument coexists with nuclear power facilities.

Location: Geesthacht

Part of: Dynamitfabrik Krümmel

GPS coordinates: 53.40870,10.41730

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23