Water Tower Groß-Gerau, Water tower in Groß-Gerau, Germany.
The Water Tower Groß-Gerau is a cylindrical reinforced concrete structure standing 45 meters tall and originally equipped with viewing platforms. The tower housed a water tank that served the surrounding region for nearly a century.
The structure was built in 1928 and became operational in 1929, receiving a commemorative name in 1930 linked to the end of French occupation. For decades it remained a vital part of water infrastructure in the region.
The tower shows how engineers brought water to towns in the early 1900s and what role such structures played in daily life. Its name reflects important moments in German history from that era.
The tower is visible from ground level and can be explored from the outside, though access to the upper sections is now restricted. Visitors should know that the viewing platforms are no longer open for tours.
The tower received its commemorative name in 1930, linking it to a historical event that it still carries today. Structural damage discovered in 2022 led to the closure of upper floors, marking a turning point in the building's long history.
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