Cuxhaven water tower

The brick water tower rises 47 meters into the sky, marking the urban landscape of Cuxhaven with its cylindrical form and architectural details.

The structure began operating on July 6, 1897, and continued to supply water to Cuxhaven residents until its retirement from service in 2004.

The tower stands as a technical monument, representing the industrial development of Cuxhaven during the late nineteenth century water infrastructure expansion.

Located at coordinates 53.861988 latitude and 8.700926 longitude, the tower remains a reference point for orientation in the city center.

This former water supply facility maintains its position as a recognized cultural heritage monument, preserving engineering methods from the 1890s.

Location: Cuxhaven

Height: 47 m

GPS coordinates: 53.86199,8.70093

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36