Malakoff Tower, Fortified tower at Rue Jules-Wilhelm, Luxembourg
The limestone Malakoff Tower stands tall with two stories, featuring military engineering elements and serving as both a fortified structure and television tower.
Built in 1861 as the final addition to the Fortress of Luxembourg before its dismantlement in 1867, the tower took its name from a Crimean War battle.
The tower represents Luxembourg's military heritage and architectural evolution, combining defensive purposes with modern communications technology through different periods.
Visitors can locate the tower between Clausen and Kirchberg neighborhoods at coordinates 49.616703, 6.144, near the city center of Luxembourg.
The structure transformed from a military outpost to a communications tower while maintaining its original external architecture and historical characteristics.
Location: Luxembourg
Inception: 1861
Part of: Fortress of Luxembourg
GPS coordinates: 49.61670,6.14400
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:45
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