Water tower on the Burgberg

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Water tower on the Burgberg, Historic water tower on Burgberg hill, Erlangen, Germany.

The water tower rises from the Burgberg hill, featuring structural elements that reflect German engineering methods from the industrial period of the late 1800s.

The tower emerged during the modernization of Erlangen's water infrastructure in the 19th century, marking a shift toward systematic urban water management systems.

Regular guided tours through local historical societies present the water tower's technical functions and its role in Erlangen's development to visitors and students.

The water tower remains accessible via designated pathways from multiple directions, with information panels explaining its mechanical and architectural features.

Standing at coordinates 49.6093 latitude and 11.0051 longitude, this monument combines water management functionality with protected architectural heritage status.

Location: Erlangen

Address: Burgbergstraße 90 91054 91054

GPS coordinates: 49.60930,11.00510

Latest update: March 11, 2025 02:35

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