Barmbek water tower, Water tower in Barmbek-Nord, Germany.
The red brick tower rises 30 meters tall in the Hamburg-Nord district, featuring a conical roof and detailed architectural elements from early 1900s design.
The water tower was constructed during Hamburg's infrastructure expansion period to supply water to the growing population in the northern districts of the city.
The structure represents German industrial engineering practices of the early 20th century and remains a protected cultural heritage monument within Hamburg's landscape.
Located at coordinates 53.603797, 10.039269, the tower is accessible through multiple public transportation routes that connect to the Barmbek neighborhood.
The tower now functions as a community gathering point, transforming from its original water supply purpose into a neighborhood landmark for local events.
Location: Hamburg-Nord
GPS coordinates: 53.60380,10.03927
Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:55
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