Wasserturm Genthin, Water tower in Genthin, Germany.
Wasserturm Genthin is an octagonal concrete structure rising 48 meters above the city, supported by eight external pillars and four internal columns that distribute the weight evenly. The building once stored 400 cubic meters of water to serve the city's water supply system.
The structure was built between 1934 and 1935 to store water for the city's infrastructure needs. It remained in operation until 1995, after which it was decommissioned and repurposed for other uses.
The tower serves as a gathering place for the arts community, hosting exhibitions, readings, and musical performances organized by the Genthin Art Association throughout the year. These events take place inside the building and draw visitors who are interested in local cultural life.
To reach the observation platform, visitors need to climb 225 steps, which requires a reasonable level of fitness and endurance. The building is generally open from May through October, with visiting hours limited to specific days of the week during this period.
The building simultaneously functions as a fire observation post equipped with thermal imaging cameras that monitor an area within a 15-kilometer radius. Interestingly, it also serves as a civil registry office where couples can have their marriages officially registered and celebrated.
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