Krauß-Pyramide Schwarzenberg/Erzgeb., Christmas pyramid in Schwarzenberg, Germany
The Krauß Pyramid is a seven-meter tall Christmas pyramid with a propeller wheel measuring 3.3 meters across and five tiers holding figures related to mining and religious scenes. The structure was built from metal and features a rotating wheel at the top that creates movement during operation.
Industrial magnate Friedrich Emil Krauß initiated this outdoor pyramid's construction in 1933, completing the metal frame in 1934. The structure has stood at its current location since 1996 and has been regularly maintained and preserved.
The structure displays themes of mining and Christian tradition that have long shaped life in the Erzgebirge region. Handcrafted wooden figures tell stories of how work and faith were woven into the daily experience of local communities.
The pyramid stands at a central location before the Unteren Tor gate, making it easy to find and view. It receives annual maintenance from municipal workers before the winter season to ensure safe operation.
The structure weighs 1.5 tons and was carefully engineered as a metal construction. The original wooden figures are stored in the Perla Castrum Museum during off-season months, showing how these pieces are treated as valuable cultural heritage.
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