Herten water towers

The Herten water towers are two distinct structures that rise prominently above the surroundings and define the city's industrial profile. Built as functional facilities, they supplied fresh water to the expanding community.

The towers were built during early industrialization when the city grew rapidly and required new infrastructure. They reflect the technical solutions developed to supply water to an expanding population.

The towers are part of the Route der Industriekultur, a network connecting important industrial heritage sites across North Rhine-Westphalia. Visitors experience them as anchors in the region's industrial memory.

The towers are accessible year-round and can be photographed from multiple viewpoints while exploring the surrounding grounds. Walking paths allow visitors to circle the structures and view them from different angles.

The towers preserve their original external design and represent an early model of urban water management in German industrial cities. This system was later copied in many other locations and shaped modern infrastructure development.

Location: Herten

Part of: Route der Industriekultur – Wasser: Werke, Türme und Turbinen

GPS coordinates: 51.61750,7.15778

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:05