Bismarck tower in Okonek, Monument tower in Okonek, Poland
The red brick tower rises over 20 meters high on Tecławska Hill, consisting of a pyramidal base, rectangular shaft, and crenelated crown.
Construction began on April 1, 1908, and the tower opened on August 23, 1908, commemorating soldiers who died in Prussian-Austrian and Prussian-French wars.
The structure belongs to a network of 240 towers built between 1896 and 1914 across German territories to honor Chancellor Otto von Bismarck.
Located 1 kilometer from Okonek center, visitors can examine the exterior architecture and decorative elements of this Polish cultural heritage monument.
The tower incorporates different colored granite stones in its design and originally featured a fire bowl that was lit during important celebrations.
Location: Okonek
GPS coordinates: 53.69350,16.69300
Latest update: March 11, 2025 13:54
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