Crooked dog, Gantry crane architectural monument in Herne, Germany.
The Crooked Dog features a strong metallic structure with a horizontal beam supported by vertical towers designed for lifting heavy industrial loads.
During the industrialization of the Ruhr region, this gantry crane played a central role in the material handling operations of Herne's manufacturing sector.
The Crooked Dog represents the engineering achievements of North Rhine-Westphalia and stands as a symbol of the industrial development in the Ruhr area.
Visitors can reach the Crooked Dog monument at coordinates 51.5484, 7.1538, with regular guided tours explaining the technical aspects of this industrial structure.
The structure received protection status as an architectural heritage monument, preserving its engineering features for future generations to study and observe.
Address: Am Westhafen 27
GPS coordinates: 51.54840,7.15380
Latest update: March 12, 2025 02:50
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